10 Tips for Perfect Fried Chicken

TLDRLearn 10 tips for making the best fried chicken, including brining the chicken, seasoning the flour, and cooking at the right temperature.

Key insights

🔥Brining the chicken overnight adds tenderness and flavor.

🍗Cutting the chicken breasts in half ensures even cooking.

🧂Seasoning the flour well enhances the flavor of the crispy skin.

🍶Cornstarch in the flour mixture adds extra crispiness.

🌡️Cooking the chicken at the right temperature ensures a crispy exterior and juicy interior.

Q&A

Should I brine the chicken overnight?

Yes, brining the chicken overnight adds tenderness and flavor.

Do I need to cut the chicken breasts in half?

Yes, cutting the chicken breasts in half ensures even cooking.

Why is seasoning the flour important?

Seasoning the flour enhances the flavor of the crispy skin.

What does cornstarch do?

Cornstarch adds extra crispiness to the fried chicken coating.

Why is cooking at the right temperature important?

Cooking at the right temperature ensures a crispy exterior and juicy interior.

Timestamped Summary

00:00In this video, the host shares 10 tips for making the best fried chicken.

00:22Tip 1: Brine the chicken overnight for added tenderness and flavor.

01:02Tip 2: Cut the chicken breasts in half to ensure even cooking.

02:32Tip 3: Season the flour well to enhance the flavor of the crispy skin.

03:59Tip 4: Add cornstarch to the flour mixture for extra crispiness.

05:53Tip 5: Cook the chicken at the right temperature for a crispy exterior and juicy interior.