KFC COPYCAT FRIED CHICKEN: BETTER THAN THE COLONEL'S RECIPE - (4.2/5)

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KFC Copycat Fried Chicken: Better Than the Colonel's Recipe - (4.2/5) image

Provided by VerneJ

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups flour
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons pepper
4 tablespoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1 tablespoon French thyme, ground
1 tablespoon dried sweet basil, ground
1 teaspoon oregano, ground
1 tablespoon Jamaica ginger, ground (regular ground ginger will work too)
2 cups buttermilk
2 2 1/2- 3 lb. chickens, cut into 8 pieces each
Vegetable oil for frying (canola and peanut oil work too)

Steps:

  • Mix dry ingredients in large bowl. Set aside. Put chicken and buttermilk in two large plastic Ziploc bags or a flat dish and marinate in the refrigerator for at least two hours, turning every 30 minutes. This tenderizes the meat as well as removes any blood. When ready to cook, remove chicken pieces from buttermilk, shake off excess liquid. Toss with dry ingredients. The chicken should be lightly covered, but it's okay if there are a few missed spots. You can also shake chicken with the dry ingredients in a large Ziploc bag. Fill a large, heavy bottomed skillet or deep pot with enough oil to cover halfway up the largest piece of chicken. Heat oil to 325-350 degrees. If you don't have a cooking thermometer, wait for small bubbles to form. Adjust heat so the oil bubbles are steady but not too rapid. Working in two or more batches, place the coated chicken in the hot oil. After about eight minutes, the chicken will be golden brown underneath. Turn over once and cook for an additional eight minutes or until nicely browned on both sides. The cooking process will agitate the pieces slightly, so you don't need to shift them around in the pan. After frying, place chicken on a metal sheet tray covered in a paper towel and transfer to 200-degree oven to keep warm until serving. The chicken will stay moist for up to an hour.

Pawan bashyal official
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I've tried many KFC copycat recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken was crispy, juicy, and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Idris Ibrahim
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This recipe is amazing! The chicken was so crispy and juicy, and the flavor was perfect. I'll definitely be making this again.


Tahin Punter
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I was really impressed with this recipe. The chicken was crispy and juicy, and the flavor was great. I'll definitely be making this again.


Maelee Wagener
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This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so crispy and flavorful, and the buttermilk marinade made it extra juicy. I'll definitely be making this again.


bilal khan marwat pyary
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I've made this recipe several times now, and it always turns out great. The chicken is always crispy and juicy, and the flavor is amazing. My friends and family love it, and I always get compliments on it. Thanks for sharing this recipe!


Tahhir Nicole
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This is the best KFC copycat recipe I've ever tried. The chicken was so crispy and juicy, and the flavor was spot-on. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ihab_ Dz
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Amazing recipe! The chicken was crispy, juicy, and flavorful. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. My kids loved it, and I'm sure I'll be making this again soon.


Kiberu Trevor
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I was skeptical at first, but this recipe exceeded my expectations. The chicken was so crispy and well-seasoned, and the buttermilk marinade made all the difference. I've never had fried chicken this good at home before. Thanks for sharing!


Dog MikeXenofob
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This recipe is a game-changer! I've tried numerous KFC copycat recipes in the past, but this one takes the cake. The chicken turned out incredibly crispy on the outside and juicy and flavorful on the inside. My family and friends raved about it, and