In the heart of Southern cuisine, where culinary traditions run deep, resides a delectable dish that has captured the taste buds of generations: Southern fried chicken. This iconic dish, often served with a crispy golden-brown coating and juicy, tender meat, is a staple of many family gatherings and celebrations. Originating from the African American community, Southern fried chicken has evolved into a beloved dish enjoyed by people from all walks of life. This article presents a collection of mouthwatering recipes that pay homage to the classic Southern fried chicken, each with its unique twist and flavor profile. From traditional recipes passed down through generations to modern variations that add a contemporary touch, these recipes offer a culinary journey that celebrates the rich heritage and diverse culinary landscape of the American South.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FRIED CHICKEN.....GOOSE CREEK, KENTUCKY SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
This is another one of my Grandmother's recipes from Goose Creek Kentucky, which is where my mother lived until she was 28 then moved to Sandusky, Ohio, my mother is now 84. So, that tells you how old this recipe is! Follow as described and you will not go wrong!
Provided by Timothy H.
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 55m
Yield 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine milk and egg and set aside. Combine flour, salt, paprika, pepper, sage and tarragon in a plastic bag. Add a few pieces of chicken to the dry mixture and shake to coat.
- Dip the chicken in the egg and milk mixture. Shake the wet chicken and then coat a second time in the flour mixture. This can be baked in the oven at 375 to 400 for 45 minutes, made on the stove top, or in an electric frying pan on medium high heat.
- Brown chicken on all sides then reduce heat to medium low. Continue cooking until chicken is tender (app. 35 - 45) minutes. Do not cover. Turn chicken several times during cooking and drain on a paper towel when done.
- To deep fry heat three inches of oil to 365 in a deep fryer or deep saucepan and fry the chicken for 15 - 18 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Cooking uncovered reduces the moisture in the pan and keeps the chicken coating crispy. A splatter screen for the top of the pan is helpful in keeping down the mess.
COPYCAT KFC RECIPE
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Combine the egg and buttermilk in a large bowl. Soak the chicken pieces in the mixture.
- Put the flour in a separate bowl and whisk in all 11 herbs and spices-salt, sage , pepper, paprika, oregano, onion salt, marjoram , dried basil, chili powder, garlic powder , and MSG seasoning.
- Remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture, letting the excess drip off. Roll the chicken in the seasoned flour until completely covered.
- Add the lard to a Dutch oven or pressure fryer and heat to 365 F. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's directions if using a pressure fryer.
- Using a utensil, lower 4 pieces of the chicken into the hot oil, and if using a pressure fryer, lock the lid in place. Be careful not to burn yourself with the hot oil.
- Allow to fry for 8 to 10 minutes, until the chicken turns golden brown and thoroughly cooks.
- If using a pressure fryer, release the pressure according to the manufacturer's directions. Then, remove the finished chicken to paper towels or a metal rack to drain.
- Repeat with the remaining 2 pieces of chicken.
- Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 868 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 254 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 67 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 3412 mg, Sugar 2 g, Fat 56 g, ServingSize 6 pieces (6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN (COPYCAT)
Make and share this Kentucky Fried Chicken (Copycat) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by abloom69
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine pancake mix with one package of dressing mix in a large bowl.
- Combine remaining package dressing mix with eggs and club soda or beer.
- Dip each piece of chicken in egg and soda mixture, then in pancake mixture.
- Let dry on rack or paper towelling (pieces should not touch) about 5 minutes.
- Heat oil in deep fryer to 425 degrees.
- Fry coated chicken pieces in hot oil for 6 minutes.
- Remove and place on baking sheet (not touching).
- Bake in oven for 30 minutes or until done.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.1, Fat 24.6, SaturatedFat 6.9, Cholesterol 183.1, Sodium 649.2, Carbohydrate 31, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 32.1
KENTUCKY DEEP FRYER FRIED CHICKEN RECIPE
Adapted from a recipe found on the internet and made in my vintage sunbeam fryer/cooker. This is awesome! For the chicken pieces, make sure that they are not too big: whole drumstick, whole thigh, but the breast part should be chopped into two. Its also helpful to use the fryer cover-it helps the meat cook through properly.
Provided by petlover
Categories Chicken
Time 35m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Pre heat oil in deep fryer to 350°F.
- Mix all the ingredients except the oil, breadcrumbs, eggs, and chicken in a large bowl.
- Dip the chicken pieces in the egg and then turn them over in the breadcrumbs.
- Roll them in the spicy flour mixture.
- Heat the oil to 350 degrees F in a deep fryer and drop the chicken pieces in, one at a time with tongs careful not to splash hot oil.
- Fry the chicken for 12 to 15 minutes, until it is golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on racks for 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 816.5, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 186, Sodium 1062.6, Carbohydrate 148, Fiber 12.3, Sugar 5.6, Protein 30.1
KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN
Make and share this Kentucky Fried Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JANIC412
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 1h10m
Yield 12 pieces
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl combine the egg and milk.
- In a separate bowl, combine the remaining four dry ingredients.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the milk mixture until fully moistened. Roll the moistened chicken into the flour mixture until completely coated.
- Pour the oil into the pressure fryer and heat over medium heat to about 400.
- In groups of 4 or 5, drop the chicken pieces into the oil and lock the lid into place. When the steam begins shooting through the pressure release, set the timer for 10 minutes.
- After 10 minutes, release the pressure according to manufacturer's instruct ions, and remove the chicken to paper towels or a metal rack to drain.
- Repeat with remaining chicken.
- TIDBIT: If you prefer not to use MSG, you may substitute an additional 1/2 TBS. of salt. Be aware however that using MSG produces the best clone of KFC's fried chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1237.2, Fat 122.7, SaturatedFat 18.5, Cholesterol 78.7, Sodium 855.2, Carbohydrate 18.1, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 0.1, Protein 18.3
GOOD OLE' DOWN HOME IN GEORGIA SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
Make and share this Good Ole' Down Home in Georgia Southern Fried Chicken recipe from Food.com.
Provided by 2Bleu
Categories Whole Chicken
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Place cut up chicken in a large bowl. Season with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat. Add buttermilk, again tossing to coat. Set aside (you can cover and refrigerate overnight).
- Place lard and bacon grease into a large deep cast-iron skillet or dutch oven (you only need about an inch of melted oil). Set on stovetop over medium-high heat and get oil temperature to 350°F.
- Place flour into a plastic grocery bag. Shake excess buttermilk from a piece of chicken and place into bag of flour. Coat chicken with flour. (A simple method is to hold sides of bag and steadily and gently roll back and forth like cleaning a bowling ball.).
- Dip an edge of the floured piece into the lard; if it sizzles, it's ready. Begin to flour remaining pieces and carefully place them into the pan/dutch oven.
- Repeat until the pan is full or all pieces are used. (A whole chicken generally requires two batches and you may need to add just a small amount more of lard for second batch). Cover pot with lid and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
- Turn chicken over, cover and simmer again for 5-7 minutes. Remove lid and continue cooking until cooked through, or internal temperature of chicken reaches 175°F.
- Transfer cooked pieces to a plate lined with paper towels or a baking rack with a towel underneath to catch the drippings. If desired, immediately give a light sprinkling of salt.
Nutrition Facts :
TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
IN MEMORY OF MY MOM. This chicken, taught to me by my Mom when I was about 12 years old, was the way everyone I knew did it in Mississippi and Georgia. I hope you like it. It has a crispy, huge thick coating with the southern "touch" (the magical ingredients being the vinegar and baking powder) and tender inside. Oh ! my ! never a chicken like this.
Provided by STARTERWIFE
Categories Chicken
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Marinate chicken in vinegar for a minimum of 1 hours -- overnight is better.
- Mix flour, spices, and baking powder.
- Heat oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Coat chicken in flour mixture.
- Brown on both sides; cover.
- Fry 15 minutes one side.
- Fry 15 minutes other side.
- Take off lid.
- Fry 5 minutes extra to crisp.
- Thanks for keeping the southern tradition alive.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 969.7, Fat 62.5, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 172.5, Sodium 1628.5, Carbohydrate 48.4, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 0.5, Protein 49.3
COLONEL SANDER'S KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN
While I'm not claiming it tastes just like the KFC recipe, this is truly an AWESOME recipe for fried chicken!! My mom has been making this since I was a wee little one, and I still absolutely LOVE it! My whole family really enjoys this chicken. The ingredients are a little different, but don't let that scare you. Make it once, and you'll be hooked! Prep. time includes refrigeration time.
Provided by Manda
Categories Chicken
Time 4h
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In small bowl, combine first 6 ingredients and stir until smooth, thick paste is formed.
- Spread evenly over chicken.
- Place coated chicken in large bowl, cover tightly, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
- Pour oil in large, heavy skillet or deep fryer to at least a 3-inch depth, and heat to 425 degrees.
- Meanwhile, place soda water in bowl, and dry pancake mix in a seperate bowl.
- Place chicken in soda, then dredge with pancake mix.
- Set aside to dry a few min.
- Fry a few pieces at a time uintil browned (about 5 minutes), and place on large baking sheet.
- Bake, uncovered, for 30 minutes at 350 degrees.
KENTUCKY BAKED CHICKEN
Taken from 'Tesco' magazine - each serving contains 340 calories/2 g sugar/15 g fats/3 g saturates/0.8 salt
Provided by McCarthy
Categories Poultry
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Mix the buttermilk with the lemon rind, garlic, celery salt, pepper, paprika, mustard and herbs. Mix well, pour over chicken. Marinate for 3 hours or overnight.
- Preheat the oven to Gas 7/220C.
- Place the flour on a plate, remove the chicken from the marinade and roll the pieces in the flour. Place the drumsticks on a lightly oiled baking tray and spray with a little oil. Roast for 15 minutes in the oven then spray again with a little more oil.
- Cook for a further 15-20 minutes until the chicken is golden and no longer pink in the centre. Serve with oven chips and ketchup.
Tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven for frying the chicken. This will help to maintain a consistent temperature and prevent the chicken from burning.
- Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper before frying. This will help to enhance the flavor of the chicken.
- Use a thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked through before removing it from the oil. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help to allow the juices to redistribute throughout the chicken, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
Conclusion:
Fried chicken is a classic Southern dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. This recipe for Southern Fried Chicken from Goose Creek, Kentucky is a simple and easy-to-follow recipe that will produce delicious, crispy chicken every time. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen.
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