Best 7 Kentucky Fried Chicken Copy Cat Flour Dredge Recipes

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Kentucky fried chicken is a popular dish enjoyed by people of all ages. The secret to its delicious taste lies in the unique blend of herbs and spices used in the flour dredge. This article will provide you with a detailed guide on how to make a copycat Kentucky fried chicken flour dredge that will give your chicken that authentic KFC flavor. We'll cover the essential ingredients, the proper measurements, and step-by-step instructions to ensure that your chicken turns out perfectly crispy and flavorful. So, get ready to indulge in the finger-licking goodness of homemade Kentucky fried chicken with our easy-to-follow recipe.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

NAKED ORIGINAL KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (KFC COPYCAT RECIPE)



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Buttermilk soaked, cast-iron fried, an oven-finished; this skinless KFC copycat of the Colonel's Original Recipe Fried Chicken is moist, tender, and Amazing.

Provided by Renee

Categories     Main Course

Time 5h

Number Of Ingredients 19

10 chicken pieces (One cut chicken, or the equivalent, skinned)
Vegetable oil for frying
1 cup buttermilk
1 tsp Sriracha (optional )
3 tablespoons paprika (I usually use Smoked Paprika, but regular works fine, too. )
2 tablespoons garlic salt
2 1/2 tablespoons white pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon celery salt
1 tablespoon ground ginger
1 tablespoon dried mustard
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons dried basil
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups flour
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg (lightly beaten)

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup buttermilk and 1 teaspoon Sriracha. The Sriracha it totally optional, but I think it adds another subtle layer of heat to the chicken.
  • Soak skinless chicken pieces in buttermilk mixture for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  • Combine the dry herbs, spices, and brown sugar in the jar of a small food processor (or clean coffee grinder) and pulverize until uniform in texture.
  • In a large self-sealing plastic bag or medium bowl, combine flour and pulverized spice mix. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine egg and the second cup of buttermilk. Set aside.
  • Remove chicken from buttermilk pre-soak. Discard any remaining buttermilk mixture from the Soak.
  • Dip each piece of chicken in the egg and buttermilk mixture and shake once to remove excess. Drop into bag or bowl of Chicken Mix and dredge to coat. Remove with tongs and rest on wire rack while you complete dredging the rest of the chicken pieces.
  • Allow chicken to rest at least 10 minutes on rack. [See Notes]
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a heavy sheet pan with foil and set aside. (I like to spray the foil with a little cooking spray to alleviate sticking)
  • Pour 1/3-1/2 inch of oil into a deep cast iron or other heavy skillet. Heat skillet over medium heat until the oil reaches a temperature of 350°- 360° F. You can also use an electric skillet for this step. In this case, set the temperature to 325°F.
  • Fry chicken in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove from oil and set on wire rack while you finish the rest of the chicken. Allow oil to come back up to temperature between batches.
  • Place the fried chicken on the prepared sheet pan and place in preheated oven. Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until chicken is done and juices run clear. Breasts will take 30-40 minutes, legs and thighs 20-25, and wings 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove chicken to a clean wire rack and allow it to rest for at 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 piece, Calories 404 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 20 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 111 mg, Sodium 2478 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g

KFC ORIGINAL RECIPE CHICKEN (COPYCAT)



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My reverse-engineered recipe for replicating KFC's 'Original Recipe' chicken at home. Yields 8-10 pieces whole fried chicken, or up to 16 drumsticks. For a bulk mix seasoning for quick and easy breading, use Recipe #453973. PLEASE NOTE: The Nutritional Information listing here is inaccurate -- since only a fraction of flour and salt actually end up in the finished product. So be aware -- the suggested sodium, sugar, carbohydrate and calorie levels are ridiculously exaggerated!

Provided by The Spice Guru

Categories     Chicken

Time 3h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 premium quality fresh young roasting chicken, cut-up
2 quarts cold water
2 tablespoons morton lite salt
2 teaspoons Accent seasoning (optional)
5 teaspoons nonfat dry milk powder
1 1/2 tablespoons fine sea salt
2 teaspoons egg white powder (cornstarch okay)
1 teaspoon Accent seasoning (optional)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
5 teaspoons ground peppercorns (3 tsps black, plus 2 tsps white)
2 teaspoons ground dalmatian sage
1 1/2 teaspoons sweet paprika
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon ground savory
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/4 teaspoon ground parsley
1/4 teaspoon ground vanilla bean
2 cups unbleached bread flour

Steps:

  • NOTES: FOR AUTHENTIC RESULTS, PREPARE RECIPE EXACTLY AS DIRECTED. MSG (ACCENT SEASONING) IS IN THE ACTUAL ORIGINAL RECIPE, BUT MAY BE OMITTED IF NECESSARY. EGG WHITE POWDER IS SOLD IN HEALTH FOOD STORES. YOU MAY SUBSTITUTE EGG WHITE POWDER WITH CORNSTARCH. FINELY GRIND REQUIRED HERBS AND SPICES SEPARATELY IN A CLEAN SPICE MILL OR COFFEE GRINDER. USE A PEPPER MILL TO MEDIUM-GRIND TELLICHERRY PEPPERCORNS. I RECOMMEND MCCORMICK BRAND TELLICHERRY BLACK PEPPER AND GROUND GINGER, SPICE ISLANDS BRAND GROUND SAGE AND CARDAMOM, SPICE APPEAL BRAND GROUND SAVORY, AND WILLIAMS-SONOMA BRAND GROUND TAHITIAN VANILLA BEAN. CHICKEN NOTES: DO NOT DOUBLE-BREAD CHICKEN SINCE IT PLACES AN EXCESS OF SODIUM AND SPICES ONTO FINAL PRODUCT AND COMPROMISES AUTHENTICITY (IF YOU INSIST ON DOUBLE-BREADING, DIFFUSE THE BREADING MIX FIRST BY ADDING A LITTLE MORE UNSEASONED FLOUR). BRINING BONELESS CHICKEN SHOULD BE DONE MUCH MORE QUICKLY (NO MORE THAN 45 MINUTES, TO AVOID OVER-SATURATION OF SALT). BONELESS CHICKEN COOKS MUCH MORE QUICKLY THAN BONE-IN CHICKEN (BE CAREFUL TO NOT OVERCOOK!). FRYING FAT NOTES: ALWAYS BEGIN WITH FRESH VEGETABLE OIL. AFTER USING LET IT COOL. FILTER, THEN REFRIGERATE TIGHTLY SEALED TO YIELD 6-12 FRYING BATCHES, REPLENISHING OIL AS NEEDED.
  • RINSE and blot chicken; CUT chicken into 8 pieces (or 10 pieces with breast portions cut in half); MIX 2 quarts (8 cups) cups cold water with 2 tablespoons Morton Lite Salt (OR 2 tablespoons fine sea salt), and 2 teaspoons Accent seasoning in a large container with an accompanying lid, until dissolved; ADD chicken pieces; COVER and transfer to refrigerator; MARINATE chicken at least 4 hours in refrigerator. NOTE: FOR A QUICKER STOVETOP MARINATION METHOD, PIERCE CHICKEN PIECES WELL WITH A FORK, THEN HEAT THE MARINADE WITH CHICKEN, COVERED, OVER LOW HEAT UNTIL HEATED THROUGH, TURNING ONCE).
  • MEASURE the BASE MIXTURE and 11 SECRET HERBS AND SPICES into a large re-sealable container; BREAK up any clumps (and nonfat milk granules) using the back of a spoon; SEAL the container with mixture; SHAKE to mix well; OPEN container and add the BREADING FLOUR (2 cups unbleached bread flour), then seal the container again; SHAKE well until thoroughly combined.
  • REMOVE chicken from brine; PLACE one piece chicken at a time into the breading mixture container; SEAL container firmly; SHAKE chicken gently in all motions to thoroughly coat chicken until evenly and generously breaded; PLACE breaded chicken piece onto a rack to rest; REPEAT with remaining pieces chicken; ALLOW breaded chicken to absorb the breading for a few minutes before frying.
  • ADD the manufacturer's recommended amount frying oil for deep-frying; PLACE deep-fryer basket into place in deep-fryer; PREHEAT fryer to 315°F (or preheat enough fat to immerse chicken completely in deep heavy stovetop pot between 315°F to 325°F, using a standard deep-fryer thermometer to gauge).
  • CAREFULLY drop each piece breaded chicken one at a time, gently into the deep-fryer basket without crowding (if a standard size home fryer is used, add no more than 2-3 pieces at a time); (if stovetop frying, gently place breaded chicken pieces into hot oil using tongs, turning once halfway through frying duration).
  • FRY chicken between 15-18 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked, depending on chicken portions/sizes (juices should run clear when chicken is done); BLOT chicken lightly to absorb excess oil; PLACE cooked chicken into a large resealable container to steam (the steam will soften the breading for added Original Recipe authenticity. If you prefer crisp breading, skip this procedure).
  • MAINTAIN frying fat temperature for each new batch and repeat the same cooking/steaming procedures for the remaining chicken.
  • REHEAT chicken if necessary before serving in a microwave oven, using a reduced-power setting, as if reheating 2 frozen pastries, pausing in intervals to turn chicken for even heating if necessary.
  • SERVE and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 438.1, Fat 13.2, SaturatedFat 3.6, Cholesterol 54.1, Sodium 2701.2, Carbohydrate 55.3, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 2, Protein 23.5

COPYCAT KFC RECIPE



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The secret KFC recipe for its original fried chicken has never been revealed, but this is a good copy. Just like the real thing, it contains 11 herbs and spices.

Provided by Peggy Trowbridge Filippone

Categories     Entree     Lunch     Dinner

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 large egg
1 cup buttermilk
1 (3-pound) chicken (cut into 6 pieces)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon dried sage
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons salt
2 tablespoons paprika
1 tablespoon onion salt
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons Accent (MSG seasoning)
1 can lard (enough to cover chicken in the fryer)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Combine the egg and buttermilk in a large bowl. Soak the chicken pieces in the mixture.
  • Put the flour in a separate bowl and whisk in all 11 herbs and spices-salt, sage , pepper, paprika, oregano, onion salt, marjoram , dried basil, chili powder, garlic powder , and MSG seasoning.
  • Remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture, letting the excess drip off. Roll the chicken in the seasoned flour until completely covered.
  • Add the lard to a Dutch oven or pressure fryer and heat to 365 F. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's directions if using a pressure fryer.
  • Using a utensil, lower 4 pieces of the chicken into the hot oil, and if using a pressure fryer, lock the lid in place. Be careful not to burn yourself with the hot oil.
  • Allow to fry for 8 to 10 minutes, until the chicken turns golden brown and thoroughly cooks.
  • If using a pressure fryer, release the pressure according to the manufacturer's directions. Then, remove the finished chicken to paper towels or a metal rack to drain.
  • Repeat with the remaining 2 pieces of chicken.
  • Serve and enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 868 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 254 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 67 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 3412 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 56 g, ServingSize 6 pieces (6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN RECIPE



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This, of course, is not the real "secret" Kentucky fried chicken recipe, but it really does taste like it.

Provided by Karen Ciancio

Categories     Main Course

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 pounds chicken (cut into pieces)
2 to 3 eggs (beaten)
3 to 4 tablespoons oil for frying
2 cups flour
4 teaspoons paprika
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 to 1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon tarragon
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon onion salt
1/2 teaspoon celery salt

Steps:

  • Mix together all the coating ingredients and place in a clean plastic bag. Dip each piece into beaten egg, then into the flour mixture in the bag. Coat the chicken completely with the flour mixture.
  • Place the oil in a skillet and heat. Brown the chicken in oil slowly (225ºF if you are using an electric skillet), uncovered. Cover the skillet and continue to fry at a very low heat until the chicken is fully cooked, approximately 30 minutes. Check for doneness before removing the chicken from the skillet. It may need longer to cook on slow heat.
  • Drain well on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Protein 40 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 204 mg, Sodium 2507 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

KFC® COPYCAT GRAVY



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This recipe is a copycat version of KFC®'s gravy.

Provided by DecompileCodex

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes

Time 38m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons butter, divided
1 small onion, finely chopped
5 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
2 ½ cups water
2 teaspoons beef bouillon
2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
fresh ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Melt 1/2 of the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until translucent, about 5 minutes. Heat remaining butter in skillet over medium heat; whisk in flour to form a thick paste. Continue cooking, whisking constantly, until flour has turned golden brown and begins to smell toasted, about 20 minutes.
  • Whisk water, beef bouillon, and chicken bouillon into skillet until no lumps remain. Add pepper and bring mixture to a boil. Cook and stir until thickened to gravy consistency, 8 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Cholesterol 23 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 303.7 mg, Sugar 1 g

COPYCAT FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH



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After trying all the major fast-food chains' chicken sandwiches, I decided to come up with my own fried chicken sandwich. I know everyone says theirs is better than the original, but mine really is. -Ralph Jones, San Diego, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
3/4 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce
2 large eggs, beaten
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon each onion powder and paprika
2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup canola oil
6 brioche hamburger buns, split
Optional: Shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, pickle slices, onion slices, mayonnaise

Steps:

  • Cut each chicken breast horizontally in half; place in a large bowl. Add buttermilk and hot sauce; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight. , Preheat air fryer to 400°. Stir eggs into chicken mixture. In a shallow dish, whisk flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, pepper and salt. Remove chicken from buttermilk mixture. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, firmly patting to help coating adhere. Repeat, dipping chicken again in buttermilk mixture and then dredging in flour mixture., Place chicken on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Refrigerate, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Using a pastry brush, lightly dab both sides of chicken with oil until no dry breading remains. , In batches, arrange chicken in a single layer in greased air fryer. Cook until a thermometer reads 165° and coating is golden brown and crispy, 7-8 minutes on each side. Remove chicken; keep warm. Toast buns in air fryer until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Top bun bottoms with chicken. If desired, serve with optional toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 777mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

(COPYCAT) KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN MARINADE



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Make and share this (CopyCat) Kentucky Fried Chicken Marinade recipe from Food.com.

Provided by JustaQT

Categories     Chicken

Time P1D

Yield 15 pounds chicken marinade

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons potassium chloride
2 tablespoons kosher salt
4 tablespoons msg
1/8 tablespoon garlic powder
1/3 cup bottled chicken base
5 cups water

Steps:

  • Mix above marinate and soak the chicken in it for 24 hours under refrigeration.
  • The Original Recipe is not packaged in three different places.
  • The way it is cooked and the process makes it taste like it has eleven herbs and spices when in reality there is not.
  • The way it is done in the restaurant is using dried eggs and milk in the flour along with box of breading, salt and the seasoning bag and a bag of breading flour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0.5, Sodium 954.1, Carbohydrate 0.1

Tips:

  • To achieve the crispy, golden-brown crust, ensure the chicken pieces are completely coated in the flour mixture before frying.
  • Maintain the oil temperature at around 350°F (175°C) to prevent the chicken from burning or becoming soggy.
  • Use a large pot or deep fryer to provide enough space for the chicken pieces to fry without overcrowding.
  • Shake off excess flour before frying to prevent clumping and ensure even cooking.
  • For a healthier alternative, consider baking the chicken in an oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, replicating the iconic Kentucky Fried Chicken flavor at home is achievable with careful preparation and attention to detail. By following the provided recipes and incorporating the highlighted tips, you can create delicious and crispy fried chicken that rivals the original. Experiment with different seasonings and spices to cater to your taste preferences and create a unique variation of this classic dish. Remember, practice makes perfect, so don't be discouraged if your first attempt doesn't come out exactly as expected. With time and patience, you'll master the art of making Kentucky Fried Chicken copycat recipes that will impress your family and friends.

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