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Plate of crispy fried chicken styled like KFC, golden and crunchy

KFC-Style Crispy Fried Chicken

This homemade version of KFC-style crispy fried chicken captures the same irresistible crunch and savory flavor, allowing you to customize it to your taste.
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Prep Time 4 hours
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Preparation
  • 1 kg chicken pieces (with bone, skin preferred)
  • 2 cups buttermilk For marinating
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp MSG (optional)
Coating
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornflour
  • 1 tbsp paprika For additional flavor
  • 1 tsp white pepper
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp MSG (optional)
Frying
  • Vegetable oil (for deep frying)

Method
 

Marinating
  1. In a large bowl, mix buttermilk, salt, white pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
  2. Add chicken pieces and coat them well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).
Preparing the Coating
  1. In another bowl, mix all the seasoned flour ingredients well.
  2. Remove chicken from the marinade (do not wipe off the marinade).
  3. Coat each piece in the flour mixture.
  4. Dip the chicken quickly back into the buttermilk.
  5. Coat again in the flour and press firmly to create a flaky texture.
  6. Let the coated chicken rest for 10–15 minutes.
Frying
  1. Heat oil to 170–175°C.
  2. Fry 2–3 pieces at a time for 12–15 minutes, depending on size.
  3. Make sure the internal temperature reaches 75°C.
  4. Remove the chicken and drain on a wire rack. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Marinate the chicken overnight for better flavor and tenderness. Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve a crispy coating. Avoid overcrowding the pan while frying.