KFC Original Recipe Chicken (Copycat) Dinner, then Dessert from dinnerthendessert.com
Introduction
KFC or Kentucky Fried Chicken is a popular fast-food chain that is known for its crispy and delicious fried chicken. However, if you're looking to make your own KFC-style chicken at home, then you're in luck because we have the perfect recipe for you. This recipe is easy to follow, and the end result is crispy, juicy, and flavorful chicken that tastes just like the real thing.
Ingredients
To make KFC-style chicken at home, you'll need the following ingredients:
2 lbs. of chicken (you can use any cut you like)
2 cups of all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon of paprika
1 tablespoon of garlic powder
1 tablespoon of onion powder
1 tablespoon of dried oregano
1 tablespoon of dried basil
1 tablespoon of salt
1 tablespoon of black pepper
2 cups of buttermilk
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
Here's how to make KFC-style chicken at home:
Step 1: Marinate the chicken
In a large bowl, mix together the buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken to the bowl, making sure that each piece is fully coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight).
Step 2: Prepare the breading mixture
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. This will be the breading mixture for the chicken.
Step 3: Coat the chicken in the breading mixture
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade and let the excess marinade drip off. Coat each piece of chicken in the breading mixture, making sure that each piece is fully coated.
Step 4: Fry the chicken
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot until it reaches 350°F. Carefully add the chicken to the hot oil and fry for about 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
Step 5: Drain and serve
Remove the chicken from the oil and let it drain on a wire rack or paper towels. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition
One serving of KFC-style chicken (about 3 oz.) contains approximately:
Calories: 220
Protein: 17 g
Fat: 15 g
Carbohydrates: 6 g
Sodium: 460 mg
Conclusion
Making KFC-style chicken at home is a great way to satisfy your fast-food cravings without having to leave your house. This recipe is easy to follow, and the end result is crispy, juicy, and flavorful chicken that tastes just like the real thing. So, give it a try and impress your friends and family with your cooking skills.
