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🍗KFC Extra Crispy Chicken Copycat Recipe (Crunchy, Juicy & Better Than Takeout)

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Marination Time: 4 hours
Cook Time: 15–18 minutes
Total Time: About 4 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 6 pieces

If you love crunchy fried chicken with a bold seasoned coating, this KFC Extra Crispy Chicken Recipe is the perfect homemade copycat. The chicken is marinated in buttermilk, coated in a flavorful seasoned flour mixture, and fried until deeply golden and ultra crispy. It delivers juicy meat inside with the signature crunchy crust everyone loves.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Super crispy crunchy coating
  • Juicy and tender chicken
  • Classic Southern-style flavor
  • Great for family dinners
  • Better freshness than takeout
  • Easy restaurant-style copycat recipe

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 6 chicken drumsticks or thighs
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika

For the Crispy Coating

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder

For Frying

  • Vegetable oil or canola oil

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, pepper, and paprika. Add the chicken pieces and coat well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best flavor.

Step 2: Prepare the Coating

In another bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, oregano, black pepper, salt, and baking powder.

Step 3: Coat the Chicken

Remove chicken from the marinade and let excess drip off. Dredge each piece thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture. Press the coating firmly onto the chicken for extra crispiness.

For an even crunchier texture, dip the chicken back into the buttermilk and coat again in flour.

Step 4: Heat the Oil

Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5: Fry Until Crispy

Carefully fry the chicken in batches for about 15–18 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

Step 6: Drain & Serve

Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate. Let rest for a few minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

Serve your crispy chicken with:

  • Mashed potatoes and gravy
  • Coleslaw
  • Biscuits
  • French fries
  • Mac and cheese
  • Corn on the cob

Pro Tips for Extra Crispy Chicken

  • Cornstarch helps create a lighter crunchier coating.
  • Double coating creates thick crispy layers.
  • Do not overcrowd the fryer.
  • Maintain oil temperature for even frying.
  • Let coated chicken rest 10 minutes before frying.

Storage & Reheating

Refrigerate

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Reheat

Reheat in an oven or air fryer at 375°F until crispy again.

Avoid microwaving if possible because it softens the coating.

Similar Recipes

🍗 KFC Original Recipe Chicken

Classic seasoned fried chicken with a softer flavorful coating.

🥔 KFC Famous Bowl

Mashed potatoes layered with gravy, corn, chicken, and cheese.

🥗 KFC Coleslaw

Creamy sweet coleslaw copycat with crunchy cabbage and carrots.

🍞 KFC Biscuits

Soft buttery biscuits perfect with fried chicken dinners.

🍗 Crispy Chicken Sandwich

Crunchy fried chicken served in toasted buns with sauce and pickles.

Final Thoughts

This KFC Extra Crispy Chicken Recipe is crunchy, flavorful, and perfect for fried chicken lovers. The seasoned coating creates an irresistible crispy texture while the buttermilk marinade keeps the chicken juicy and tender. It’s an easy homemade comfort-food recipe that brings classic fast-food flavor right to your kitchen.

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