Popeyes Extra-Crispy Spicy Fried Chicken Recipe

Popeyes Extra-Crispy Spicy Fried Chicken is a renowned culinary delight known for its perfectly seasoned and crispy exterior, delivering a flavorful and spicy kick that has made it a beloved signature dish at the fast-food chain.

Make our Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen Extra-Crispy Spicy Fried Chicken at home tonight for your family. With our Secret Restaurant Recipe your Fried Chicken will taste just like Popeye’s.

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Southern Fried Chicken

Southern Fried Chicken is a culinary classic with deep historical and cultural significance in the Southern United States. With roots in African and Scottish cooking traditions, this dish became a staple in Southern households, evolving into an iconic symbol of Southern Cuisine.

The method typically involves marinating chicken pieces in buttermilk or brine, dredging them in seasoned flour, and deep-frying to achieve a crispy and flavorful exterior. The dish gained popularity during the 19th and 20th centuries, becoming synonymous with family gatherings, celebrations, and Southern hospitality.

Numerous restaurants across the South have gained fame for their exceptional fried chicken. Gus’s World Famous Fried Chicken in Memphis and Willie Mae’s Scotch House in New Orleans are celebrated for their unique preparations, while Prince’s Hot Chicken Shack in Nashville is renowned for its spicy twist on the classic.

The significance of Southern fried chicken extends beyond its delicious taste, representing cultural identity and community. African American cooks, in particular, played a crucial role in refining and popularizing this culinary tradition.

Personalities like Colonel Harland Sanders, founder of Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC), contributed to the dish’s global recognition. However, smaller, family-owned establishments often hold the secret recipes that make Southern fried chicken truly exceptional.

Beyond the Southern states, restaurants across the country and world now serve their interpretations of this beloved dish. Its popularity persists in both high-end establishments and casual eateries, emphasizing its universal appeal and enduring place in the culinary landscape. Southern fried chicken continues to be a symbol of comfort, nostalgia, and the rich history of Southern cooking.

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Popeyes Extra-Crispy Spicy Fried Chicken Recipe

Popeyes Extra-Crispy Spicy Fried Chicken is a renowned culinary delight known for its perfectly seasoned and crispy exterior, delivering a flavorful and spicy kick that has made it a beloved signature dish at the fast-food chain. Make our Popeyes Extra-Crispy Spicy Fried Chicken Recipe at home. With our Secret Restaurant Recipe your Extra-Crispy Spicy Fried Chicken will taste just like Popeyes.

Prep Time45 minutes mins

Active Time40 minutes mins

Total Time1 hour hr 25 minutes mins

Course: Kid Favorite, Lunch, Main Course, Party Recipe

Cuisine: American, Southern

Keyword: Chicken Recipe, Fried, Kentucky Fried Chicken, Popeyes, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

Ingredients

• 3 Eggs
• 1/3 cup Water
• About 1 cup “Texas Pete” Hot Red Pepper Sauce
• 4 cups Flour
• 2 teaspoon Pepper
• 2 teaspoon Paprika
• 3 teaspoons Cayenne Pepper
• 1 quart Buttermilk optional
• Salt, Pepper and Garlic Powder (to taste)
• 1 1 to 2 1/2-pound Chicken, cut into pieces
• Peanut Oil for frying

Instructions

• Place cut-up chicken in a large bowl.
• Cover with buttermilk.
• Cover and chill for 2 hours or overnight. This is an optional (but recommended) step.
• In a large bowl, add eggs, water and red pepper sauce. Whisk until combined.
• In a large gallon freezer bag, mix flour, pepper, paprika and cayenne.
• Remove chicken from buttermilk (if marinated) and sprinkle lightly with salt, pepper and garlic powder.
• Place all chicken pieces in freezer bag with flour mixture. Shake until all pieces are evenly coated.
• Remove chicken pieces one at a time, shaking excess flour.
• Dip each piece in the egg mixture and return to bag of flour.
• After all pieces of been dipped in the egg mixture and put back in the bag, give it a second shake to coat chicken pieces again.
• Heat oil in deep fryer or deep pan to 350°F.
• Working in batches, drop each piece of chicken into the hot oil.
• Fry for 15 - 18 minutes, or until golden brown, turning occasionally if oil does not completely cover chicken. Keep in mind that dark meat chicken takes longer to cook than white meat. Watch your wing segments, as well. These will finish cooking first.

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Photo of Popeyes Fried Chicken is by Joshua Bousel and is used by permission under the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial-ShareAlike 2.0 Generic (CC BY-NC-SA 2.0) License. Photo of “Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen” by Mike Mozart and is used by permission under the Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic (CC BY 2.0) License. Read the Full License Here – https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/legalcode. Thank you, Josh and Mike. Great Pictures. Photos may be “representative” of the recipe and not the actual finished dish. All photo licenses listed were correct at the time of the posting of the page. Popeyes information courtesy of Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and Wikipedia, where it is used by permission. Additional Information Courtesy of Wikipedia and is used by permission.