How To Prepare Homemade KFC Fried Chicken
If your chicken cuts are frozen, make sure to thaw them overnight in the refrigerator. Prepare the marinade in a mixing bowl and you can give it a quick taste before pouring it over the chicken. You can place the chicken cut-ups in a bag or a container and marinate it for 24 hours in the refrigerator to let them soak all the flavors. When ready to cook, coat the chicken in the flour and spice mixture until fully coated. Make sure to also coat underneath the chicken skin. Set it aside until ready to fry.
Ingredients & Substitutions
- Chicken Legs - choose a bone-in and skin-on chicken to have a to get a full experience of this KFC chicken copycat. Although chicken legs are very tasty and easier to eat, you can also use whichever chicken cut you prefer.
- Buttermilk - because of its slight acidity, marinating chicken in buttermilk makes the meat tender while keeping it juicy and flavorful.
- All-Purpose Flour - classic flour to use for frying needs for the right crunchy texture. If you have gluten intolerance, you can use your brand of gluten-free all-purpose flour.
- Seasonings - the dried herbs and seasonings will both be used in the buttermilk marinade and in the flour and spice mixture.
Tips & Suggestions
- If you are on a keto diet and just crave for KFC fried chicken, you can use this recipe with just some additional ingredients: KFC Keto Fried Chicken.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long can I marinate chicken in buttermilk?
You can leave the chicken marinating in buttermilk for 24 hours inside the fridge to ensure a soft and tender chicken.
Can I cook this KFC fried chicken in my air-fryer?
Yes, definitely! Since the chicken is floured before cooking, There will be no problem cooking it in an air-fryer.
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