Crispy Delight: The Ultimate KFC-Style Fried Chicken Recipe
Who doesn’t love the crispy, flavorful, and mouth-watering taste of KFC fried chicken? The good news is you don’t need to leave your house to enjoy that same delicious taste! This KFC-style fried chicken recipe will help you make perfectly crispy and flavorful fried chicken at home. The key ingredients include wheat flour, cornstarch, evaporated milk, and mustard, giving it a unique flavor and texture that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients:
- 10 pieces of chicken (preferably thighs and legs with skin)
- 2 cups of wheat flour
- 5 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup of evaporated milk
- 1 tablespoon mustard
- 1 tablespoon chicken or meat seasoning
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Preparation:
- Season the Chicken: Wash and dry the chicken pieces well. Then, season them with a little salt and pepper.
- Pre-cook the Chicken: In a large pot, place the chicken pieces and fill with water until half covered. Then, place it over low heat for 10 minutes with the pot lid on.
- Prepare the Coating: While the chicken is cooking, prepare 2 large bowls. In the first bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, minced garlic, and seasoning and stir well. In the second bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Coat the Chicken: Once the cooking time has passed, remove the chicken from the water and dry well. Coat each piece of chicken first with the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and again coat with the flour mixture, making sure it is well covered. Place the coated chicken pieces in the refrigerator for a couple of minutes.
- Fry the Chicken: Meanwhile, in a stockpot or high skillet, heat enough oil to submerge the chicken over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, remove the chicken from the refrigerator and fry 2 to 3 pieces at a time until nicely browned on all sides, but without burning the chicken or the oil.
- Drain Excess Oil: Once fried, place the chicken pieces on a plate lined with absorbent paper to remove excess oil.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy the ultimate KFC-style fried chicken at home!
Notes:
- Pre-cooking the chicken helps to reduce the frying time and ensures that the chicken is cooked thoroughly.
- Coating the chicken pieces twice, first with the flour mixture, then the egg mixture, and again with the flour mixture, ensures a thick and crispy coating.
- Refrigerating the coated chicken before frying helps the coating to adhere better and results in a crispier texture.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken pieces to ensure a crispy and non-greasy result.
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste. You can also add your favorite spices or herbs to the flour mixture for a personalized flavor.
Making KFC-style fried chicken at home is easier than you think. With this recipe, you can enjoy perfectly crispy and flavorful fried chicken whenever you want. So, gather the ingredients, follow the steps, and treat yourself and your loved ones to a delightful homemade meal. Happy cooking!
