Fried Chicken Recipe Video

The best fried chicken ever. No, really. The best, best, best ever. Think I’m kidding? Check out the picture. This is waaaaay better than restaurant chicken. The secret is to brine the chicken.

Summary

Preparation Time1 Hr 15 MinCooking Time15 Min
Ready In1 Hr 30 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexJust EnjoyServings6
CuisineCourse
TasteMethod
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Salt1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs) (1/4 cup for chicken + 1 teaspoon for flour)
 Chicken pieces4 Pound, bone-in and skin-on
 Cold water1 3⁄4 Cup (28 tbs)
 Flour1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Cornstarch1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Baking powder2 Teaspoon
 Pepper5 Teaspoon
 Paprika1 Teaspoon
 Cayenne pepper1⁄4 Teaspoon
For deep frying chicken
 Vegetable oil3 3⁄4 Liter (as needed)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size

Calories 6354 Calories from Fat 5940

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 671 g1032.4%

Saturated Fat 94.3 g471.7%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 226.8 mg75.6%

Sodium 4261.4 mg177.6%

Total Carbohydrates 40 g13.4%

Dietary Fiber 1.3 g5.2%

Sugars 0.3 g

Protein 59 g117.5%

Vitamin A 19% Vitamin C 9.3%

Calcium 16.6% Iron 23.6%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

GETTING READY
1. In a large bowl, place together sugar, 1/4 cup of salt, and 1 quart of cold water, and stir until sugar dissolves.
2, Put in the chicken and stir to coat all the chicken pieces, cover and place in refrigerator for 30 to 60 minutes.
3. In another bowl, mix together flour, corn-starch, pepper, baking powder, paprika, cayenne, and 1 teaspoon of salt and water to make a smooth batter.
4. Refrigerate the batter until it is ready to fry.

MAKING
5. In a deep fryer or Dutch oven, heat oil to 350°F.
6. Remove the chicken from brine and pat dry and divide in 3 batches.
7. Dip the chicken into the batter and fry in hot oil for 12 to 15 minutes or until the thickest part measures 175°F and chicken is golden brown in colour.
8. Drain the chicken on paper towel.

SERVING
9. Serve hot as it is or with desired dip.

Editors Review

Pamper your guests with this gorgeous and crispy fried chicken. These would definitely add an extra special touch to your party menu. The video is worth watching and Katie presents the recipe in such an impressive manner. Great way for a terrific flavorful treat!
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