This copycat recipe brings that famous 11-herb-and-spice flavor to your kitchen with perfectly seasoned, extra crispy fried chicken that tastes just like the Colonel’s—maybe even better!
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 8–10 chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, wings, etc.)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional, for marinade)
- Salt & pepper
For the Seasoned Flour Coating:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon celery salt
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- ½ teaspoon thyme
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon white pepper (key KFC flavor!)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
For Frying:
- Vegetable oil, for deep frying (canola or peanut oil work great)