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Make Fried Chicken like KFC for $1 a piece.

If you love that iconic crispy and juicy KFC chicken, you’re going to love this homemade version. This recipe mimics the secret seasoning mix that made KFC famous. The trick is in the heavily spiced flour coating and a well-seasoned buttermilk marinade that keeps the chicken moist and flavorful.

For this recipe, I used wings and drumettes, but you can use any cut you prefer. If you don’t have buttermilk, don’t worry—you can substitute it with yogurt and lemon juice. Remember: don’t hold back on the spices—the bold seasoning is what makes this recipe stand out!

Authentic KFC-Style Fried Chicken Recipe – Crispy, Juicy & Flavor-Packed!

Today’s recipe is a homemade version of KFC-style fried chicken, inspired by the famous secret spice mix. With a crunchy, golden crust and tender, flavorful meat, this recipe uses a buttermilk marinade and a perfectly seasoned flour coating. A must-try for fried chicken lovers!

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Resting time 30

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings 10 pieces

Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients

600 g chicken wings and thighs
oil for frying

Marinate

1 cup buttermilk
1 egg
1 tsp salt
1 tsp thyme
1 tsp basil
1 tsp organo
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp dried mustard
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp garlic salt or garlic powder
1 tsp powdered ginger

Coating

2 cup flour
2/3 tbsp salt
1/2 tbsp thyme
1/3 tbsp oregano
1 tbsp black pepper
1 tbsp dried mustard
4 tbsp paprika
2 tbsp garlic salt
1 tbsp powdered ginger
3 tbsp white pepper

Instructions

Marinate

In a large bowl mix together all the ingredients for the marinate.
Add the chicken mix well to coat, cover.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Longer the better.

Coating

Mix all ingredient and set aside.

Preparing the Chicken

Once chicken has marinated remove the excess liquid.
Coat each piece of the chicken by pressing on the coating.
Press it well so a thick coating covers the chicken.
Repeat with all pieces and set aside.

Frying

Heat up the oil to medium high.
Fry the chicken for about 8-10 minutes.
Larger pieces may require longer cooking time.

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