Description
Learn how to make Homemade Popeyes Spicy Fried Chicken with our easy-to-follow recipe. Enjoy crispy, flavorful chicken right from your kitchen!
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken (drumsticks, thighs, wings)
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp paprika
1 tbsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk for 1 hour or overnight.
- Mix flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a bowl.
- Dredge chicken in flour mixture, pressing to coat well.
- Fry in hot oil (350°F) for 10-12 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Notes
Ensure oil is hot enough before frying to achieve crispy results.
Use a meat thermometer to check chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings