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Crispy golden fried chicken with seasoned crust on parchment paper

Copycat Popeyes Fried Chicken

This copycat Popeyes chicken delivers juicy meat, bold Cajun seasoning, and a crispy golden crust that tastes just like the fast-food favorite.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 900 g Chicken drumsticks and thighs
  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • 1.5 cup All-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp Paprika
  • 1.5 tsp Cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 l Vegetable oil for frying

Method
 

  1. Soak the chicken pieces in buttermilk for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Mix the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a shallow bowl.
  3. Remove each chicken piece from the buttermilk, shake off excess, and press firmly into the seasoned flour to coat completely.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep pot or Dutch oven to 350°F / 175°C.
  5. Fry the chicken pieces in batches for 12 to 15 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F / 74°C.
  6. Drain the fried chicken on a wire rack or paper towels for 2 minutes before serving.