🍗 Homemade KFC-Style Crispy Fried Chicken Recipe

Who doesn’t love that golden, crunchy, flavorful chicken from KFC? Imagine recreating that irresistible taste right in your own kitchen! With the right blend of spices, a crispy coating, and juicy meat, this recipe brings the KFC experience straight to your table.

🧂 Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 8 pieces chicken (drumsticks, thighs, wings, or breasts)

• 2 cups buttermilk (or plain yogurt + 2 tbsp milk as a substitute)

• 1 tbsp hot sauce (optional, for extra flavor)

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For the Coating:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 2/3 cup cornstarch (for extra crispiness)

• 2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp dried thyme

• 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp baking powder

For Frying:

• • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and all spices.
    This is your secret KFC-style coating!

    Enough vegetable oil or peanut oil to deep fry (about 1.5 liters depending on your pot)

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    🔪 Step-by-Step Instructions

    Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

    • In a large bowl, mix buttermilk and hot sauce.

    • Add chicken pieces and coat well.

    • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
      This tenderizes the chicken and infuses it with flavor.

    Step 2: Prepare the Coating

    • In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and all spices.
      This is your secret KFC-style coating!

  Step 3: Coat the Chicken

  • Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off.

  • Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing gently so the coating sticks.

  • For extra crunch, dip it back into the buttermilk, then into the flour mixture again (double coating method).

  Step 4: Fry the Chicken

  • Heat oil in a deep pot to 170°C (340°F).

  • Carefully lower chicken pieces in batches (don’t overcrowd).

  • Fry for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked (internal temp: 75°C/165°F).

  Step 5: Drain & Serve

  • Place fried chicken on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.

  • Serve hot with fries, coleslaw, or your favorite dip — just like KFC!

  👩🏽‍🍳Oma’s Pro Tips

  • Don’t skip the buttermilk: it makes the chicken tender and juicy.

  • Use cornstarch + flour: gives you that extra crunch KFC is known for.

  • Season well: the secret is in the spice blend — don’t be shy!

  • Fry in batches: overcrowding lowers oil temperature and makes chicken greasy.

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  📌 Storage & Reheating

  • Store leftovers in the fridge (airtight container) for up to 3 days.

  • Reheat in the oven or air fryer to keep it crispy — never the microwave!