Dairy-Free Homemade KFC Style Chicken Leg

Indulge in the crispy, golden perfection of Dairy-Free Homemade KFC Style Chicken Legs, a flavorful twist on a fast-food classic, lovingly crafted to be dairy-free! This recipe swaps traditional buttermilk with a simple almond milk and apple cider vinegar substitute, creating juicy, tender chicken with an irresistibly crunchy coating. Spiced with a bold blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, and herbs like thyme and oregano, each bite is packed with savory goodness. Perfectly fried to golden-brown perfection, these chicken legs offer the nostalgic taste of KFC without the dairy. Whether you're catering to dietary needs or simply craving an indulgent homemade meal, this crowd-pleasing recipe is sure to become a new family favorite. Serve hot with your favorite sides and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces chicken legs
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp onion powder
• 1 tbsp dried oregano
• 1 tbsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp ground white pepper
• 1 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine the almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Stir well and let it sit for 5 minutes to create a dairy-free buttermilk substitute.

Step 2

Add the chicken legs to the bowl and ensure they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, but up to 4 hours for better flavor absorption.

Step 3

In another large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, ground white pepper, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, and salt.

Step 4

Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep frying pan or Dutch oven over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Remove the chicken legs from the buttermilk mixture, allowing the excess to drip off. Dredge each piece into the flour mixture, pressing the flour into the chicken to create a thick coating.

Step 6

Carefully place the coated chicken legs into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook each batch for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally with tongs, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).

Step 7

Remove the chicken legs from the oil and place them on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain off excess oil.

Step 8

Serve hot and enjoy your crispy, dairy-free KFC style chicken legs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2660.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	10530.9

Total Fat 1035.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 158.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 680.2mg	0%
Sodium 3345.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 238.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 1.7g
Protein 157.8g	0%

Vitamin D 175.7IU	0%
Calcium 1094.6mg	0%
Iron 24.9mg	0%
Potassium 2234.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.4%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 8.8%