Homemade KFC Style Chicken Leg
Craving the irresistible crunch and flavor of KFC chicken without leaving your kitchen? This **Homemade KFC Style Chicken Leg** recipe delivers perfectly golden, crispy fried chicken with a juicy, tender interior that's irresistibly seasoned. Marinated in tangy buttermilk infused with a hint of salt, the chicken legs are then coated in a seasoned flour mixture featuring bold spices like paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, and oregano. The result? A crave-worthy coating that locks in flavor with every bite. Cooked to perfection in hot vegetable oil, these crispy chicken legs are ideal for a comfort food dinner, picnic, or family gathering. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce or classic sides like coleslaw and mashed potatoes for the ultimate KFC-inspired experience, all made from scratch at home. **Perfect for fried chicken lovers looking to recreate the magic at home!**
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken legs
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground white pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large bowl, mix buttermilk with 1 tablespoon of salt.
Add chicken legs to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
When ready to cook, in a shallow bowl, combine all-purpose flour, paprika, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground white pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Remove chicken legs from the buttermilk and allow excess to drip off, then dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring an even coat. Set aside on a rack.
In a large heavy pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place chicken legs into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Cook each batch for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place on paper towels or a wire rack to drain excess oil.
Let sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the coating to crisp up. Enjoy your homemade KFC style chicken legs with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 232.9 g | 299% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.5 g | 187% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 134.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 181 mg | 60% | |
| Sodium | 1726 mg | 75% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.5 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 55.3 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 192 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 743 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
