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Homemade KFC Chicken

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  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 40 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Description

Bring the taste of your favorite KFC chicken to your kitchen with this crispy and flavorful homemade version! Perfectly seasoned and fried to golden perfection, this recipe is a must-try for fried chicken lovers. Serve it with your favorite sides for a family-friendly meal everyone will devour.


Ingredients

Scale

For the Chicken:

  • 10 pieces of chicken (thighs and legs with skin)

For the Flour Coating:

  • 2 cups wheat flour
  • 5 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon chicken or meat seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Egg Mixture:

  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 1 tablespoon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For Frying:

  • Oil for deep frying

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken:
    • Wash and thoroughly dry the chicken pieces. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  • Partially Cook the Chicken:
    • In a large pot, add water to partially submerge the chicken. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes with the lid on. Remove and pat dry.
  • Prepare the Coatings:
    • In one bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, minced garlic, chicken seasoning, salt, and pepper.
    • In a second bowl, whisk together eggs, evaporated milk, mustard, salt, and pepper.
  • Coat the Chicken:
    • Dip each chicken piece into the flour mixture, then into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture.
    • Place the coated chicken in the refrigerator for a few minutes to set the coating.
  • Heat the Oil:
    • In a deep skillet or pot, heat enough oil over medium heat to fully submerge the chicken.
  • Fry the Chicken:
    • Fry 2–3 pieces of chicken at a time, ensuring the oil temperature stays consistent. Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
    • Remove and place on a plate lined with absorbent paper to drain excess oil.
  • Serve and Enjoy:
    • Serve the crispy fried chicken hot with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes or coleslaw.

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, double-coat the chicken by repeating the flour and egg dipping process.
  • Monitor the oil temperature to avoid burning.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 4 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg