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Popeye’s CopyCat Fried Chicken

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This Popeye’s Copycat Fried Chicken recipe brings the iconic crispy, juicy, and flavorful fried chicken experience to your home kitchen. Perfect for family dinners or comfort food cravings.

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces (legs, wings, thighs, breasts)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or adjust to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, pepper, thyme, and oregano. Set aside.
  2. In another bowl, whisk the eggs and buttermilk together until smooth.
  3. Dip each piece of chicken into the buttermilk mixture, ensuring it’s well-coated. Then dredge in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing the flour onto the chicken for an even coating. Repeat for all pieces.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C), enough to submerge the chicken pieces halfway.
  5. Carefully add the chicken to the hot oil in batches. Fry for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally.
  6. Remove the chicken and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Notes

  • Increase cayenne or add hot sauce for spicier chicken.
  • Use boneless chicken but adjust cooking time.
  • Experiment with herbs like rosemary or basil for different flavors.
  • Substitute with gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free option.

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