Homemade KFC Fried Chicken (Print Version)
Crispy, golden fried chicken inspired by the KFC classic, made easily at home.
# Ingredients:
→ Dry Ingredients
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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⅔ tablespoon salt
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½ tablespoon ground thyme
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½ tablespoon basil
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⅓ tablespoon oregano
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1 tablespoon celery salt
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1 tablespoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon dry mustard powder
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4 tablespoons paprika
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2 tablespoons garlic salt
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1 tablespoon ground ginger
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3 tablespoons ground white pepper
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½ teaspoon MSG (optional)
→ Chicken and Wet Ingredients
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1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
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1 egg, beaten
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1 cup full-fat buttermilk
→ Frying Medium
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Vegetable shortening for frying (or vegetable oil)
# Instructions:
01 -
Cut the chicken into pieces.
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Combine the flour, salt, black pepper, dry mustard powder, paprika, garlic salt, ground ginger, ground thyme, basil, oregano, celery salt, ground white pepper, and MSG (if using) in a large bowl.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and beaten egg. Soak the chicken pieces in the buttermilk mixture for 30 minutes.
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Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk mixture and coat them thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture. Let the coated pieces rest for 15 minutes.
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Heat vegetable shortening or oil to 175°C (350°F) in a deep pan or fryer.
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Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying them in batches until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 15-20 minutes per batch.
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Using tongs, remove the fried chicken pieces and drain them on a wire rack. Serve hot with your choice of sides, such as mashed potatoes or coleslaw.
# Notes:
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For crispier chicken, let the coated pieces rest before frying to allow the seasoning to adhere better.
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Fry in small batches to maintain consistent oil temperature.