Popeye's Spicy Chicken Recipe
This Popeye’s Spicy Chicken Recipe is crispy, juicy and full of bold flavor. It tastes just like your favorite fast food. I love how crunchy the outside feels.
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs or breasts – 800 grams
- Buttermilk – 2 cups
- Hot sauce – 3 tablespoons
- All-purpose flour – 2 cups
- Cornstarch – ½ cup
- Paprika – 2 teaspoons
- Cayenne pepper – 1 teaspoon
- Garlic powder – 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder – 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper – 1 teaspoon
- Salt – 1½ teaspoons
- Oil for frying – as needed
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
- Place chicken in bowl. Add buttermilk and hot sauce. Mix well. Cover and rest one hour.
Prepare the Coating
- Mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper in bowl.
Coat the Chicken
- Remove chicken from marinade. Shake off excess liquid. Coat well in seasoned flour mixture.
Rest the Chicken
- Place coated chicken on rack. Let it rest ten minutes. This helps coating stick better.
Heat the Oil
- Heat oil in pan to medium heat. Oil should be hot but not smoking.
Fry the Chicken
- Add chicken pieces carefully. Fry until golden brown. Turn pieces to cook evenly.
Check Doneness
- Cook until inside reaches safe temperature. Meat should be juicy and fully cooked.
Drain the Chicken
- Remove chicken from oil. Place on paper towels. Let extra oil drain off.
Serve Hot
- Serve chicken hot and crispy. Enjoy fresh crunch and spicy flavor.
Notes
- Use buttermilk for tender chicken
- Let coating rest before frying
- Do not overcrowd the pan
- Keep oil at steady heat
- Use thermometer for safety