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Crispy KFC Chicken Copy Cat Recipe That Actually Works. Golden, crunchy fried chicken you’ll love
Make crispy homemade KFC chicken with this easy copycat recipe. Juicy, crunchy, and packed with flavor using simple pantry spices.
If you love that crispy, juicy KFC bite but don’t feel like driving out, this homemade version is the fix. It’s simple, crunchy, and loaded with flavor. You don’t need a deep fryer or fancy tools—just a pan, some oil, and everyday spices.
Why You’ll Love and Enjoy Crispy KFC Chicken Copy Cat
- Crispy outside, juicy inside
- Uses pantry spices you probably already have
- Cheaper and fresher than takeout
- Easy enough for a weeknight dinner
KFC Chicken Copy Cat at Home. Try this crunchy homemade version tonight.
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Crispy KFC Chicken Copy Cat
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 portions depending on size 1x
- Category: Poultry Recipes
- Method: Easy
Description
Crispy homemade fried chicken that tastes just like KFC. Juicy, golden, and simple to make with pantry spices.
Ingredients
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 3 beaten eggs
- 4 Tbsp oil
Coating:
- 2 cups flour
- 4 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning or chicken stock powder
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp tarragon
- 1 tsp parsley
- 1/2 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp chives
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp celery salt
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry with paper towels so the coating sticks better.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs with the oil.
- In a large bowl or zip bag, mix flour and all coating spices.
- Dip each chicken piece into the egg mixture, then coat well in flour mix.
- For extra crispy chicken, repeat (egg then flour again).
- Place coated chicken on a tray and let it rest for 10 minutes; this keeps the crust from falling off.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 170–175°C / 340–350°F.
- Fry chicken in batches, about 6–8 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 74°C / 165°F).
- Drain on a wire rack or paper towels. Serve hot.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Gail
Crispy KFC chicken copy cat made simple. Try tonight.
This recipe brings the flavor and crunch of KFC fried chicken straight into your kitchen. It’s crispy, juicy, and simple to make with pantry spices, delivering comfort food that’s fresh, hot, and better than takeout.
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