7 srep to Make KFC Original Fried Chicken

1Mix the batter. Beat the 2 or 3 eggs in a medium-large bowl—–you'll be dunking your chicken pieces in this. Add 2/3 cup (160 ml) milk, whisk to blend, and set aside

2Mix the dry ingredients. In a large bowl, mix the soup mix, Italian dressing, black pepper, and flour together.

3

Coat the chicken. Take a piece of chicken and dip it into the batter. Then place it in the flour mixture and cover the chicken with it. Set the coated chicken aside.

4

Repeat for the remaining chicken. Continue coating each chicken piece until all portions are prepared. 

5

Fry it up! Heat the oil in a large skillet until it shimmers but doesn't smoke—about 350°F/175°C. Using tongs, carefully place the chicken pieces skin-side down into the skillet and fry them over medium heat. Leave the pieces in there for about 25 to 30 minutes, turning and flipping occasionally. Add chili peppers for a spicier flavor.

• Don't add the chicken until the fat is hot, otherwise you'll end with greasy chicken.

6

De-grease the bird. Remove the pieces from the skillet and drain the grease onto paper towels or a clean kitchen cloth (such as a tea towel). 

7

Finished. Serve with mashed potatoes, gravy, coleslaw, corn on the cob, homemade fries and a root beer for a real KFC-authentic meal.