Copycat KFC Fried Chicken

Step 1

FIRST STEP:In a bowl combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, mustard powder, onion powder, salt, thyme and oregano to form a spice mix.

Step 3

In a container add one tablespoon of spice mix, the chicken strips and buttermilk, stir and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to marinade.

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SECOND STEP:Take three mixing bowls, into the first bowl add the flour and salt. Then into a second bowl crack two eggs and mix to break up.

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Into the third bowl and the breadcrumbs and remaining spice mix seasoning.

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THIRD STEP:To breadcrumb the chicken first place a strip of chicken into the flour until well covered, shake off excess.

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Then dip the floured chicken into the bowl of egg and finally and finally into the spice mix seasoned breadcrumbs.

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FOURTH STEP:Place the breaded chicken onto a tray and repeat for the remaining chicken breasts then set aside.

Step 15

Once the chicken is breaded, place a large frying pan onto a medium-high heat and add one tablespoon of vegetable oil.

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FIFTH STEP:When the oil is hot, add several breaded chicken strips and cook until golden brown, around 3 minutes.

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Then flip the breaded chicken and cook on the other side for a further 3 minutes.

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SIXTH STEP:Remove the crispy chicken from the pan and set aside on a plate lined with kitchen paper.

Step 23

Repeat the cooking process in batches until all the KFC copycat chicken is fried and crispy, serve hot.

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Enjoy!