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Kentucky Fried Chicken

Crispy, juicy fried chicken brined overnight and coated in a simple buttermilk batter.

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Cook8 min
Serves4 to 6
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At the stove

Make the recipe

  1. Combine water, salt, and sugar in a large bowl.
  2. Add chicken, cover, andrefrigerateovernight.
  3. Drain the chicken and pat dry.
  4. In a mixing bowl,combine flour,buttermilk,and cayenne pepper.
  5. Coat each piece of chicken in the mixture.
  6. Heat oil for deep frying to 355°F.
  7. Deep fry chicken about 8 minutes.
  8. Cook until juicesrun clear, then serve.
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