Crispy, juicy, and finger-licking good—Popeye’s fried chicken is a fast-food favorite that many have tried to replicate at home. With this CopyCat Popeye’s Fried Chicken recipe, you can bring the iconic flavors straight to your kitchen. Featuring buttermilk-marinated chicken coated in a spicy, seasoned breading and fried to perfection, this dish delivers on taste while letting you customize it to suit your preferences.
Popeye’s CopyCat Fried Chicken Recipe
. Servings: 4–6 pieces
. Prep Time: 20 minutes (+ 12 hours marination)
. Cook Time: 30–35 minutes
. Total Time: 1 day 15 minutes
Ingredients
. For the Buttermilk Marinade:
2 cups buttermilk (or milk with 2 tablespoons vinegar or lemon juice)
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat preference)
Salt and pepper, to taste
. For the Breading:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornmeal (for crunch)
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
. For the Chicken:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized strips
Vegetable oil, for frying (about 2 inches deep)
Instructions
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