HOMEMADE KFC CHICKEN RECIPE

Here’s a recipe to make your own homemade KFC-style chicken:

Ingredients

For the Marinade:

• 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper

For the Coating:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2/3 tablespoon salt
• 1/2 tablespoon dried thyme
• 1/2 tablespoon dried basil
• 1/3 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon celery salt
• 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon dried mustard
• 4 tablespoons paprika
• 2 tablespoons garlic salt
• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
• 3 tablespoons white pepper

For Frying:

• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In a large bowl, mix the buttermilk with salt and black pepper.
   • Add the chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully submerged in the buttermilk mixture.
   • Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
2. Prepare the Coating:
   • In a large bowl, combine the flour with all the spices and herbs listed under the coating ingredients. Mix well.
3. Coat the Chicken:
   • Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, allowing any excess to drip off.
   • Dredge each piece of chicken in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing the flour onto the chicken to ensure it’s fully coated.
   • Place the coated chicken on a wire rack and let it sit for about 15-20 minutes. This helps the coating stick better.
4. Fry the Chicken:
   • Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). The oil should be deep enough to fully submerge the chicken pieces.
   • Fry the chicken in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
   • The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
5. Drain and Serve:
   • Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack to drain any excess oil.
   • Let it cool slightly before serving.

Enjoy your homemade KFC-style chicken!