Ingredients:

Marinade:

1 whole chicken, cut into pieces (or the desired amount of thighs, drumsticks, wings, etc.) 1 liter of buttermilk (or 1 liter of milk with the juice of half a lemon as a substitute) 2 tablespoons chicken seasoning (recipe below) Salt to taste Chicken Seasoning:

2 tablespoons paprika 1 tablespoon of salt 1 tablespoon garlic powder 1 tablespoon onion powder 1 tablespoon dehydrated parsley 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for a spicier touch) Breading Dough:

2 cups of wheat flour 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon chicken seasoning 1 teaspoon of salt 1 teaspoon black pepper To Fry:

Vegetable oil Method of preparation:

Marinade:

Prepare the Buttermilk: If you don't have buttermilk, add the juice of half a lemon to 1 liter of milk and let it sit for 10 minutes. Season the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine chicken with buttermilk (or lemon milk), chicken seasoning, and salt. Make sure all pieces are well covered. Leave to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight. Chicken Seasoning:

Combine the Ingredients: In a small bowl, mix all the chicken seasoning ingredients. Reserve. Breading Dough:

Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, mix all-purpose flour, cornstarch, chicken seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Fry the Chicken:

Heat the Oil: In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil to 170°C to 180°C. Bread the Chicken: Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade and dip them in the breading mixture, completely covering each piece. Fry the Pieces: Carefully place the chicken pieces into the hot oil, avoiding crowding. Fry for 12 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and cooked through. Drain and Serve: Remove the chicken from the pan with a slotted spoon and place on a wire rack to drain any excess oil. Serve while hot and crispy. Enjoy your homemade Fried Chicken, as crispy as KFC's!