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Crispy Fried Chicken Recipe Dupe Easy 5-Step Better Than Viral Original

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This crispy fried chicken recipe dupe delivers a perfect balance of crispy, golden crust with tender, juicy meat inside. It’s quick, easy, and uses simple pantry ingredients for a crowd-pleasing comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks
  • 2 cups buttermilk (or 2 cups milk + 2 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar as substitute)
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying (peanut or canola oil recommended)

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight. If short on time, even 30 minutes helps.
  2. In a separate large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere. Place coated pieces on a wire rack and let rest for 10 minutes.
  4. Pour about 2 inches of vegetable oil into a heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) using a thermometer.
  5. Carefully place coated chicken pieces into hot oil without overcrowding. Fry for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until crust is deep golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and drain on wire rack over baking sheet.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature at 350°F to avoid greasy or burnt chicken. Let coated chicken rest before frying to help crust adhere. Fry in batches to prevent overcrowding. Use a wire rack to drain chicken for crispiness. Optional substitutions include gluten-free flour blend and dairy-free marinade alternatives.

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