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Copycat Kentucky Fried Chicken

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Copycat Kentucky Fried Chicken delivers the iconic taste of KFC right in your own kitchen. This easy recipe features juicy, seasoned chicken with a crispy coating that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfect for family gatherings or backyard barbecues, this homemade fried chicken is sure to impress.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat chicken breasts dry and season generously with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
  3. Create a breading station: whisk eggs and milk in one bowl; mix flour, salt, and pepper in another.
  4. Dip each chicken breast into the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry chicken for about 4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Transfer fried chicken to the baking sheet and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until cooked through.

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