COCA-COLA BRINED FRIED CHICKEN

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image



COCA-COLA BRINED FRIED CHICKEN image

Categories     Chicken

Yield 6 people

Number Of Ingredients 20

12 chicken thighs (skin on)
Peanut oil and lard, for frying
Brining Mix:
1 qt Coca-Cola
1 tsp Liquid Smoke (optional)
2 1/2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tbsp Tabasco
3 tbsp ground black pepper
3 tbsp coarse salt
Batter:
1 egg
3/4 cup peanut oil
Dry Mix (well combined):
2 tsp baking powder
2 tbsp coarse salt
4 tsp ground black pepper
1 tbsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp garlic powder
2 1/2 cups flour

Steps:

  • Rinse chicken, drain, and set aside. Blend together brining mix until salt dissolves. Place chicken in brine in a large covered bowl and marinate, refrigerated, for 4 hours. Whisk egg well in a stainless-steel bowl and add peanut oil and 21/2 cups water. Add in dry mix, whisking slowly so batter doesn't clump. To prepare chicken: Fill a large cast-iron skillet halfway with equal amounts peanut oil and lard. Slowly bring temperature to 375 degrees. (Use a candy thermometer.) While oil is heating, remove chicken from brine and place in a colander in sink. Once chicken has drained, pat dry with paper towels (a critical step) and season with salt and pepper. Dip chicken in batter and place (carefully) in hot oil. Adjust heat, as the chicken will bring the oil temperature down dramatically - you want it back up to just above 350 degrees. Turn chicken regularly using tongs to prevent burning. After 8 or 9 minutes, remove a piece, prick it to the bone with a fork, and mash it. If the juices run clear, it's done. Continue cooking if necessary. Serve with pickle-garlic relish. Cover any leftovers with a dish towel and leave out at room temperature. This keeps it crispy.

Madhab Chaudhary
[email protected]

I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves fried chicken.


Bryansammo tv
[email protected]

This is the best fried chicken recipe I've ever had. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the Coca-Cola brine gave it a unique and delicious taste.


Tou hid
[email protected]

I'm not a big fan of fried chicken, but I have to say that this recipe is pretty amazing. The Coca-Cola brine makes the chicken so juicy and flavorful, and the breading is perfectly crispy.


Anthony Gift
[email protected]

This recipe is a must-try for any fried chicken lover. The Coca-Cola brine gives the chicken a unique and delicious flavor that you won't find in any other recipe.


affaq geer22
[email protected]

This is one of my favorite fried chicken recipes. The Coca-Cola brine makes the chicken so moist and flavorful, and the breading is perfectly crispy.


Ashley Gonzales
[email protected]

I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit with my family. The chicken is always juicy and flavorful, and the Coca-Cola brine gives it a unique taste that we all love.


Troy Santen
[email protected]

This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me. The chicken turned out perfectly cooked and the Coca-Cola brine gave it a delicious flavor.


sujata Dahal
[email protected]

I made this dish for my friends last weekend and they loved it! The chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and the Coca-Cola brine gave it a unique and delicious flavor.


Raula Geno
[email protected]

This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The chicken cooks up quickly in the air fryer, and the Coca-Cola brine gives it a nice flavor.


Topu Adhikary
[email protected]

This recipe is a keeper! The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the Coca-Cola brine gave it a delicious caramelized crust. I'll definitely be making this again for my next party.


Joy Kellett
[email protected]

I was skeptical about using Coca-Cola in a fried chicken recipe, but I'm so glad I tried it! The chicken turned out amazing. It was moist, flavorful, and had a slightly sweet taste that was really unique.


Usman Ayaz
[email protected]

This is the best fried chicken recipe I've ever tried! The Coca-Cola brine makes the chicken so moist and tender, and the breading is perfectly crispy. I'll definitely be making this again.


Bianca Isaacs
[email protected]

Fantastic! I made this dish last night and it was a huge hit with my family. The chicken was so juicy and flavorful, and the Coca-Cola brine gave it a unique and delicious taste.