kfc style spicy popcorn chicken

Making KFC-style spicy popcorn chicken at home can be a fun and flavorful experience. Here’s a recipe for you:

KFC-Style Spicy Popcorn Chicken Recipe:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice preference)
• Vegetable oil for frying

For the Spicy Coating:

• 1/2 cup hot sauce (e.g., Frank’s RedHot)
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for spice preference)

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In a bowl, combine the chicken pieces and buttermilk. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes to 1 hour (or even overnight for better flavor).
2. Prepare the Spicy Coating:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together hot sauce, melted butter, honey, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.

1. Prepare the Dry Coating:
   • In another bowl, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
2. Dredge the Chicken:
   • Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk, allowing excess liquid to drain off.
   • Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring it’s well-coated.
3. First Fry:
   • Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a heavy pot to 350-375°F (175-190°C).
   • Fry the chicken in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
4. Drain and Rest:
   • Remove the fried chicken pieces and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

1. Second Fry (Optional for Extra Crispiness):
   • Heat the oil to the same temperature and fry the chicken again for 1-2 minutes until they reach your desired level of crispiness.
2. Toss in Spicy Coating:
   • In a large bowl, toss the fried chicken pieces in the prepared spicy coating until evenly coated.
3. Serve:
   • Serve the KFC-style spicy popcorn chicken hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Enjoy your homemade spicy popcorn chicken, KFC-style! Adjust the spice levels according to your preference.