Here’s a Quick & Easy Homemade KFC-Style Fried Chicken Recipe that gives you that crispy, flavorful crust and juicy meat — without needing a deep fryer or 11 secret herbs. Let’s get frying! 🍗
🍗 KFC-Style Fried Chicken (Homemade)
⏱️ Total Time: 45 mins
(15 min prep + 30 min cooking)
Serves: 4
✅ Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
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Chicken pieces (bone-in or boneless) – 500g to 1 kg
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Buttermilk – 1 cup (or mix ½ cup yogurt + ½ cup water)
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Salt – 1 tsp
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Black pepper – ½ tsp
For the Coating (KFC-style crust):
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All-purpose flour – 1½ cups
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Cornflour (cornstarch) – ½ cup (extra crunch!)
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Baking powder – ½ tsp
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Salt – 1 tsp
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Paprika / Kashmiri red chili powder – 1 tsp
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Black pepper powder – ½ tsp
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Garlic powder – 1 tsp (or crushed garlic)
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Onion powder – 1 tsp (optional)
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Dried oregano or mixed herbs – 1 tsp
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Cayenne / Red chili flakes – ½ tsp (optional)
For Frying:
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Oil – for deep frying (vegetable or sunflower oil)
👨🍳 Method:
1. Marinate the Chicken:
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In a bowl, mix chicken with buttermilk, salt, and pepper.
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Let it soak for 15–30 minutes (longer = juicier; overnight is best).
2. Prepare the Crispy Coating:
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In a large plate/bowl, combine flour, cornflour, and all the spices/herbs listed.
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Mix well.
3. Coat the Chicken:
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Remove chicken from buttermilk (shake off excess).
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Dredge each piece in the flour mixture. Press it in firmly to get that craggy, crunchy texture.
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Optional: Double dip by dipping back in buttermilk, then again in flour for extra crunch.
4. Fry Until Golden:
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Heat oil in a deep pan (medium-high). Test with a small piece — it should sizzle instantly.
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Fry chicken pieces in batches for 8–10 mins, depending on size, until golden brown & crispy.
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Use a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
🍟 Serve With:
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French fries, coleslaw, or mashed potatoes
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Dips: mayo, ketchup, or spicy sauce
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Cold drink or lemonade
🔥 Tips for Success:
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Don’t overcrowd the pan — it lowers the oil temperature.
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Let chicken rest 5 mins after frying for juices to redistribute.
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You can air-fry or bake for a healthier version, but for real KFC-style crunch, frying works best.