KFC ORIGINAL SECRET CHICKEN

Creating an exact replica of KFC’s Original Recipe chicken, which is famously kept secret, is quite challenging. However, based on popular attempts to mimic the flavors, here’s a recipe that incorporates common ingredients believed to be part of the secret blend:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Marinade:

• 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces (or use chicken parts like thighs, drumsticks, breasts, etc.)
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1/2 tablespoon onion powder
• 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder

For the Coating:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon ground white pepper
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon dried basil
• 1 tablespoon celery salt
• 1 tablespoon dried mustard powder
• 1 tablespoon ground ginger
• 1 tablespoon ground thyme

For Frying:

• Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Add the chicken pieces and coat them thoroughly. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
2. Prepare the Coating:
   • In another large bowl, mix together flour, salt, black pepper, white pepper, paprika, oregano, basil, celery salt, mustard powder, ground ginger, and ground thyme.
3. Coat the Chicken:
   • Remove chicken pieces from the buttermilk marinade, allowing excess to drip off.
   • Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure they are evenly coated. Press the flour onto the chicken to ensure it adheres well.
4. Fry the Chicken:
   • Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
   • Carefully place chicken pieces in the hot oil, a few at a time, without overcrowding the pan. Fry for about 15-18 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
5. Drain and Serve:
   • Remove chicken from the oil and place on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.

Tips:

• Adjust Seasonings: You can adjust the seasoning levels to suit your taste preferences. Some people prefer more heat, so you might want to increase the amount of black pepper or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• Double Coating: For extra crispy chicken, you can double-coat the chicken pieces by dipping them back into the buttermilk marinade and then into the seasoned flour once more before frying.
• Serve Hot: Serve the fried chicken hot, with sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, biscuits, or corn on the cob for a complete meal.

This recipe attempts to capture the essence of KFC’s Original Recipe chicken based on common ingredients believed to be part of the secret blend. While it may not be an exact replica, it should provide a delicious and satisfying fried chicken experience reminiscent of KFC.