Easy Recipes: Crispy KFC Copycat Fried Chicken
Crispy, golden, and packed with flavor, this KFC copycat fried chicken is your go-to for easy recipes the whole family will love.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken (cut into 8 pieces)
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 tablespoon salt
- 1/2 tablespoon thyme
- 1/2 tablespoon basil
- 1/3 tablespoon oregano
- 1 tablespoon celery salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried mustard
- 4 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons garlic salt
- 1 tablespoon ground ginger
- 3 tablespoons white pepper
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs with buttermilk. Soak chicken pieces in the mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine flour with all herbs and spices.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk and coat thoroughly in the flour mixture. Let rest for 15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken in batches for 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Place fried chicken on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot and enjoy the homemade KFC-style crunch!