Homemade KFC Chicken

Crispy Oven-Baked KFC-Style Chicken

👉Ingredients:

🔸️8 chicken drumsticks or thighs

🔸️1 cup buttermilk

🔸️1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

🔸️1 tsp paprika

🔸️1 tsp garlic powder

🔸️1 tsp onion powder

🔸️½ tsp dried thyme

🔸️½ tsp dried basil

🔸️1 tsp salt

🔸️½ tsp black pepper

🔸️¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)

🔸️Olive oil spray or melted butter

👉Instructions:

✅️1. Marinate: Soak the chicken in buttermilk for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best flavor and tenderness.

✅️2. Prep Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and grease lightly.

✅️3. Coat: In a bowl, mix the flour with all the spices. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, let the excess drip off, then dredge in the seasoned flour until fully coated.

✅️4. Bake: Place chicken on the prepared tray. Spray lightly with olive oil or brush with melted butter. Bake for 40–45 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and fully cooked.

👉Tips for Perfect Results:

↪️1. Double Dredge for Extra Crunch: For a thicker, crispier coating, dip the chicken back in the buttermilk and flour one more time before baking.

↪️2. Rest Before Baking: Let the coated chicken rest on a wire rack for 10–15 minutes before baking. This helps the flour stick better and form a crunchier crust.

↪️3. Use a Rack: Place the chicken on a wire rack over the baking sheet to allow air to circulate underneath—no soggy bottoms!

↪️4. Check for Doneness: Use a meat thermometer—chicken is done when the internal temp hits 165°F (74°C).

🔹️Enjoy this oven-fried twist on a fast-food favorite—crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor, right from your own kitchen!