Popeyes Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, making sure they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Breading the Chicken
- 3
Prepare the Breading
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Place the breaded chicken pieces on a wire rack.
Frying the Chicken
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add a few pieces of breaded chicken to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- 7
Drain the Chicken
Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining chicken.