KFC-Style Fried Chicken

S2 E02 | Kevin Clancy & John Feitelberg Make a KFC Casserole | Something's Burning

Barstool’s Kevin Clancy and John Feitelberg swing by and Bert leans into the Colonel vibes: crispy, herby fried chicken with a secret‑blend swagger, messy jokes, and enough crunch to rattle the mic. Bucket energy, podcast volume.

Fried Chicken

Ingredients:

  • All‑purpose flour
  • Kosher salt
  • Dried thyme leaves
  • Dried basil leaves
  • Dried oregano leaves
  • Celery salt
  • Ground black pepper
  • Ground yellow mustard
  • Paprika
  • Garlic salt
  • Ground ginger
  • Ground white pepper
  • Buttermilk
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Chicken breasts or tenders
  • Neutral oil for frying (canola or peanut)
  • MSG seasoning (Ajinomoto/Accent), optional

Steps:

  1. In a bowl, combine flour with the herbs and spices (and a pinch of MSG if using); set aside.
  2. Whisk together buttermilk and beaten egg until smooth.
  3. Add chicken to the buttermilk mixture and toss to coat. Cover and let sit.
  4. Heat ~3 inches of oil in a large Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Working one piece at a time, remove chicken from buttermilk, press firmly into the seasoned flour, and shake off excess.
  6. Carefully drop dredged pieces into hot oil. Fry in batches without overcrowding.
  7. Cook about 12 minutes, turning halfway, until the crust is golden brown.
  8. Repeat dredging and frying with remaining chicken.
  9. Transfer fried chicken to a baking sheet and place in the oven to ensure it’s cooked through.
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