Indulge in a delectable culinary journey with our tantalizing Bulk Hometown Buffet Fried Chicken Seasoning. This remarkable blend of herbs and spices will transform your ordinary fried chicken into an extraordinary delicacy, reminiscent of the beloved Hometown Buffet's signature dish. Elevate your taste buds with the perfect harmony of savory, salty, and slightly spicy flavors, expertly crafted to replicate the irresistible taste of the renowned restaurant chain. Discover the secrets behind this mouthwatering seasoning mix and embark on a delightful adventure in your own kitchen. Dive into our curated collection of recipes, featuring variations that cater to different dietary preferences, including gluten-free and low-carb alternatives. From the traditional Southern-style fried chicken to the tantalizing Nashville Hot Chicken, each recipe offers a unique twist on this classic dish. Prepare to tantalize your palate and experience the irresistible crunch, succulent tenderness, and explosion of flavors that will leave you craving for more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
BULK HOMETOWN BUFFET FRIED CHICKEN SEASONING
My reverse-engineered recipe for Hometown Buffet's 'Hand Breaded Fried Chicken' chicken yields enough seasoning for 6 batches fried chicken (for the single recipe version, see Recipe #409958). Mix 5 level tablespoons of this blend with 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour plus 1/4 cup cornstarch, for frying 8-10 pieces chicken. See Recipe #409958 for frying instructions.
Provided by The Spice Guru
Categories Savory
Time 10m
Yield 24-36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- NOTE: DON'T OMIT ANY INGREDIENT, TO MAINTAIN THE PROPER RATIOS AND MEASURES OF THIS BULK MIX. (STEP ONE): MEASURE all ingredients into large resealable container such as a GLAD food storage container or a Ziploc freezer bag.
- BREAK up any clumps if present, by hand or using the back of a spoon.
- SEAL the container.
- SHAKE container to mix well.
- STORE container sealed and store in a cool dry place.
- WHEN ready to use, measure 5 level tablespoons of this mixture into a large resealable container.
- ADD 1 cup all-purpose flour and 1/2 cup cornstarch.
- SEAL container and shake well.
- FOLLOW link to Recipe #409958 for complete brining, preparation and frying instructions (skipping its STEPS #2 and #3 since you've already done this).
- ENJOY!
HOMETOWN BUFFET FRIED CHICKEN (COPYCAT)
My reverse-engineered recipe for one of my favorites, Hometown Buffet's "Hand-Breaded Fried Chicken". PLEASE NOTE: The Nutritional Information listing here is inaccurate -- since only a fraction of flour, salt and eggs actually end up in the finished product. So be aware -- the suggested sodium, sugar, carbohydrate and calorie levels are ridiculously exaggerated!
Provided by The Spice Guru
Categories Chicken
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 chicken pieces, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- SPRINKLE chicken pieces with salt and pepper; RUB seasonings into chicken; COAT chicken with pure vegetable shortening (this will help seal in the juices).
- MEASURE the BREADING ingredients -- except flour and cornstarch -into a large sealable container or a large zip-lock bag; SEAL the container; SHAKE to blend; OPEN container and add 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour and 1/4 cup cornstarch; SEAL and shake again, until thoroughly combined.
- BEAT 4 large eggs in a medium bowl for the EGGWASH.
- DIP 1-2 pieces wet chicken at a time into the EGGWASH to coat.
- PLACE wet chicken into the BREADING mixture container; SEAL container firmly; SHAKE chicken gently in all motions to thoroughly coat chicken.
- TRANSFER chicken pieces onto a cooling rack when chicken is evenly and generously breaded; ALLOW chicken to rest and absorb the breading for a few minutes before frying.
- PREHEAT deep-fryer manufacturer's recommended amount of canola oil; VERY SLOWLY heat oil in gradual increments to 315°F until preheated.
- ADD breaded chicken to the elevated fry basket in deep-fryer without crowding.
- LOWER the deep-frying basket with chicken very slowly into the hot oil; FRY chicken until golden and crisp, until fully cooked fully cooked and juices run clear (about 15-18 minutes, depending on chicken portion/size).
- DRAIN on a wire rack over a baking sheet. NOTE: To keep chicken warm before serving, place chicken on a rack-fitted baking sheet covered with a sheet of foil in preheated 170°F oven; SERVE and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 746.5, Fat 35.6, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 336, Sodium 214.3, Carbohydrate 52.9, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 0.4, Protein 49.6
CHICKEN SEASONING BLEND
This dry mix of herbs and spices adds a unique zing to any chicken dish, it has just the right amount of heat and flavor to make all your guests beg for more. Don't be scared by the long list, most of it is spices you will probably have in your cupboard. Note, it also gives chili a great flavor without adding too much heat.
Provided by Patrick
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken
Time 5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix the salt, basil, rosemary, garlic powder, mustard, paprika, black pepper, thyme, celery seed, parsley, cumin, cayenne pepper, and chicken bouillon together until blended.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 5.6 calories, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 448.5 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
BULK KFC EXTRA CRISPY SEASONING (COPYCAT)
My reverse-engineered recipe for KFC's 'Extra Crispy' chicken yields enough seasoning for 3 batches fried chicken (for the single recipe version, see Recipe #433557). This recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of Recipe #453973. Mix 1/2 cup of this blend with 3 3/4 cups self-rising flour and 1/4 cup cornstarch for frying one fryer chicken or up to 16 drumsticks. Follow Kentucky Fried Chicken Original Recipe for complete brining, preparation and frying instructions.
Provided by The Spice Guru
Categories Kid Friendly
Time 10m
Yield 3 batches fried chicken seasoning, 18 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- NOTES: YOU MAY USE MASA HARINA FLOUR (TAMALE FLOUR) IN PLACE OF CORN FLOUR. YOU MAY USE 3/4 TEASPOON LEMON PEPPER IN PLACE OF 3/8 TEASPOON CITRIC ACID. (STEP ONE): MEASURE all ingredients into large resealable container or a Ziploc bag.
- BREAK up any clumps if present, by hand or using the back of a spoon.
- SEAL the container.
- SHAKE container to mix well.
- STORE container sealed and store in a cool dry place.
- WHEN ready to use, measure 1/2 level cup of this mixture plus 3 3/4 cups unbleached bread flour and 1/4 cup packed cornstarch into a large bowl.
- WHISK the seasoned flour well until thoroughly blended.
- FOLLOW link to Recipe #433557 for complete brining, preparation and frying instructions (skipping its STEP #2 since you've already done this).
- SERVE.
- ENJOY!
FRIED CHICKEN SEASONING
Make and share this Fried Chicken Seasoning recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Captain_67
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 57m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place all herbs in food processor & chop fine.
- Combine all ingredients & mix well.
- 3 tablespoons of mix plus 1 tablespoon of Salt, 1 teaspoon of Sugar mixed into 1 quart of Buttermilk.
- Marinate chicken for at least 3 hours.
- Final 2 tablespoons of seasoning with 1 teaspoon Baking Powder & 1 teaspoon of Baking Soda mixed with 1 & 1/2 cups flour & 1/2 cup Corn Starch for coating mix.
BULK KFC ORIGINAL RECIPE SEASONING (COPYCAT)
My reverse-engineered recipe for replicating KFC's 'Original Recipe' chicken breading seasoning. Yields enough seasoning for 6 batches fried chicken or 12 batches Recipe #485514. Mix 1/2 level cup of this blend with 2 cups unbleached breading flour for frying one fryer chicken or up to 16 drumsticks. Follow Recipe #393795 for brining, preparation and frying instructions.
Provided by The Spice Guru
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 15m
Yield 6 batches fried chicken, 36 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- NOTES: FOR AUTHENTIC RESULTS, PREPARE RECIPE EXACTLY AS DIRECTED. MSG (ACCENT SEASONING) IS IN THE ACTUAL ORIGINAL RECIPE, BUT MAY BE OMITTED IF NECESSARY. EGG WHITE POWDER IS SOLD IN HEALTH FOOD STORES. YOU MAY SUBSTITUTE EGG WHITE POWDER WITH CORNSTARCH. FINELY GRIND REQUIRED HERBS AND SPICES SEPARATELY IN A CLEAN SPICE MILL OR COFFEE GRINDER. USE A PEPPER MILL TO MEDIUM-GRIND TELLICHERRY PEPPERCORNS. I RECOMMEND MCCORMICK BRAND TELLICHERRY BLACK PEPPER AND GROUND GINGER, SPICE ISLANDS BRAND GROUND SAGE AND CARDAMOM, SPICE APPEAL BRAND GROUND SAVORY, AND WILLIAMS-SONOMA BRAND GROUND TAHITIAN VANILLA BEAN.
- MEASURE the BASE MIXTURE and 11 SECRET HERBS AND SPICES into a large re-sealable container (this includes the prepared BARBECUE SEASONING recipe).
- BREAK up any clumps (and dry milk powder) using the back of a spoon.
- SEAL the container.
- SHAKE container to mix well.
- STORE container sealed and store in a cool dry place.
- WHEN ready to use, measure 1/2 level cup of this mixture plus 2 cups unbleached breading flour into a large re-sealable container.
- SEAL the container with flour and seasoning; SHAKE well until thoroughly combined.
- FOLLOW link to Recipe #393795 for complete brining, preparation and frying instructions (skipping its STEP #3 since you've already done this).
- ENJOY!
CHICKEN SEASONING
Make and share this Chicken Seasoning recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Poppy
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 5m
Yield 1/2 cup
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together and store in an air tight container.
- Use as a seasoning for chicken, turkey, or any other poultry.
CHICKEN SEASONING
Make and share this Chicken Seasoning recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Eric N. Frankel
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 2m
Yield 100 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine ingredients and store in a shaker.
- Place wax paper between shaker and lid.
- Use as needed.
- This is a modified recipe from Alton Brown's "Good Eats".
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1.6, Sodium 139.8, Carbohydrate 0.3, Fiber 0.1, Protein 0.1
Tips:
- Use a good quality chicken: This will make a big difference in the final flavor of your fried chicken.
- Marinate the chicken overnight: This will help the chicken to absorb the flavors of the seasonings.
- Use a seasoned flour mixture: This will help to create a crispy coating on the chicken.
- Fry the chicken in hot oil: This will help to create a crispy coating and prevent the chicken from becoming greasy.
- Cook the chicken until it is cooked through: This is important to ensure that the chicken is safe to eat.
- Drain the chicken on paper towels: This will help to remove any excess oil from the chicken.
- Serve the chicken hot: This is the best way to enjoy its crispy coating and flavorful meat.
Conclusion:
This recipe for Bulk Hometown Buffet Fried Chicken Seasoning is a great way to recreate the delicious flavor of your favorite fried chicken restaurant. By following the tips and tricks in this article, you can make fried chicken that is crispy, flavorful, and juicy. So next time you're craving fried chicken, skip the drive-thru and make a batch of this delicious seasoning at home.
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