Copycat Kentucky Fried Chicken Marinade
Recreate the iconic flavor of your favorite fried chicken with this Copycat Kentucky Fried Chicken Marinade, the ultimate secret to tender, juicy, and flavor-packed chicken. This savory marinade features a buttermilk base infused with a perfect blend of herbs and spices, including paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and celery salt. Designed to tenderize and deeply season each piece, it’s the ideal preparation for achieving mouthwatering results. Simply marinate your chicken for at least 4 hours—or overnight for extra flavor—before frying to golden perfection. Perfect for weeknight dinners, game-day feasts, or special gatherings, this easy homemade marinade will elevate your fried chicken game. Taste the secret that keeps them coming back for more!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon White pepper
- 1 teaspoon Celery salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 4 pounds Chicken pieces
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, kosher salt, sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, white pepper, and celery salt until fully combined.
Step 2
Add the dried thyme, basil, and oregano to the mixture, and whisk again to evenly distribute the herbs.
Step 3
Place the chicken pieces in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
Step 4
Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring that each piece is fully submerged in the liquid.
Step 5
Seal the bag tightly or cover the dish with plastic wrap.
Step 6
Refrigerate the chicken for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight for the best flavor and tenderness.
Step 7
When ready to cook, remove the chicken from the marinade and pat it dry with paper towels.
Step 8
Proceed with your preferred fried chicken breading and frying method to complete the dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2340.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4733.0 |
| Total Fat 263.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 78.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g | |
| Cholesterol 1650.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5548.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 46.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 36.8g | |
| Protein 507.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 253.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 803.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 23.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4867.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories