If you’ve ever wanted to recreate KFC’s famous crispy, flavorful fried chicken at home, this copycat recipe will get you as close as possible to the real deal! With its perfectly seasoned, golden-brown crust and juicy, tender meat, this is the ultimate homemade fried chicken recipe.
🛒 The Secret 11 Herbs & Spices
✔ ⅔ teaspoon salt
✔ ½ teaspoon thyme 🌿
✔ ½ teaspoon basil 🌱
✔ ⅓ teaspoon oregano 🌿
✔ 1 teaspoon celery salt 🧂
✔ 1 teaspoon black pepper
✔ 1 teaspoon dried mustard
✔ 4 teaspoons paprika 🌶️
✔ 2 teaspoons garlic salt 🧄
✔ 1 teaspoon ground ginger
✔ 3 teaspoons white pepper (the secret ingredient!)
(Mix these together to create the famous KFC seasoning!)
🥘 Ingredients for KFC-Style Fried Chicken
✔ 1 whole chicken, cut into 8–10 pieces (or use drumsticks, thighs, and breasts) 🍗
✔ 2 cups all-purpose flour (for the crispy coating!)
✔ 1 tablespoon of the "11 Herbs & Spices" seasoning blend (from above)
✔ 1 teaspoon baking powder (adds crispiness!)
✔ 1 cup buttermilk (for extra tenderness!) 🥛
✔ 2 eggs, beaten 🥚
✔ 1 cup water (for thinning the batter!)
✔ Vegetable oil or lard, for deep frying 🛢️
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
