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    Published: Jul 20, 2022 by Kemi · This post may contain affiliate links

    Fried Chicken Seasoning Recipe

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    Best fried chicken seasoning recipe that is simple, quick, and easy. This seasoning for fried chicken is flavorful and will make your chicken tender inside, with crispy skin. It can be whipped up in a matter of minutes and it's made with a few simple ingredients.

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    Fried Chicken Seasoning Recipe (Seasoning For Fried Chicken)

    This fried chicken seasoning is all you need to make that great crispy fried chicken that everyone will love. It's simple, aromatic, and flavorful.

    This seasoning for fried chicken is made with a few healthy ingredients. The ingredients for it are probably already in your kitchen cupboard so no need to take a trip to the store.

    You can use this fried chicken seasoning blend on all parts of chicken including chicken thighs, chicken breasts, wings, chicken legs, and whole chicken so it's one to have in the kitchen cupboard at all times.

    Be it fried chicken with no breading or Southern fried chicken style, this seasoning mix will give it amazing flavor. No bland chicken here.

    It stores well and in a cool dry place will last for 6-12 months so you can make a big batch and store it.

    It is sugar free, vegan, and vegetarian.

    This recipe makes 6 tablespoons of fried chicken seasoning which will be enough to season 4lb of chicken.

    Let me show you how to make it in easy steps.

    Related: best chicken seasoning

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    Tools

    The simple tools to make this spice blend are:

    Measuring spoons

    Mixing bowl

    Spice jar

    Ingredients

    The detailed ingredient list, measurement, and directions are in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

    Smoked Paprika - This is so good and I use it in most of my chicken recipes. It adds flavor and color to chicken. It can be substituted with sweet paprika.

    Garlic powder - This can be substituted with garlic granules.

    Onion granules - This can be substituted for onion powder

    Oregano - This herb goes well with chicken

    Rosemary

    Parsley

    Cumin

    Cayenne pepper or black pepper

    Salt

    Stock cubes (optional)

    Cornflour - For crispy fried chicken

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    How To Make Fried Chicken Seasoning


    Wash and dry a small bowl, the measuring spoons, and spice jar.

    Measure all the ingredients into the bowl- Paprika, rosemary, oregano, dried thyme, parsley, garlic powder, onion granules, black pepper, and salt. Mix till well combined.

    It's ready to use.

    Southern Fried Chicken Seasoning

    Southern fried chicken is made with flour, panko, or similar breading for the crispy skin. For Southern fried chicken seasoning:

    In a dry bowl, add flour then add 1 tablespoon of this seasoning for every ½ cup of flour.

    Dip chicken in buttermilk or egg wash then dip in the seasoned flour to cover all the parts then put dredged chicken on a plate. Fry till cooked.

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    How To Season Chicken

    Cut off any fat or unwanted parts, clean the chicken, and pat them dry with paper towels.

    Add the chicken into a bowl then add the seasoning.

    Rub the seasoning over the chicken making sure all the chicken parts are coated in seasoning.

    Cover the bowl, put it in the fridge, and let chicken season for at least 30 minutes to 8 hours.

    Cook chicken as desired.

    For fried chicken with breading, dip chicken in buttermilk or egg wash then dip in the flour mix to cover all the parts then put the dredged chicken on a plate. Fry till cooked.

    Fried Chicken Recipes

    Here are some fried chicken recipes to use the spice blend on:

    Fried chicken breast

    Pan fried chicken drumsticks

    Fried chicken thighs

    Deep fried chicken wings

    Air fryer fried chicken

    Pan fried chicken wings

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    How To Store

    Pour the seasoning in an airtight container, label with name and dates, and store it in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight, or chemicals.

    Fried chicken seasoning can be stored for 6-12 months as long as the spices and herbs expiry date has minimum of that date.

    I recommend mixing in small batches so it's not stored for long and retains its freshness.

    Tips

    • Make sure to dry all tools to be used in making the seasoning.
    • Adjust the pepper to suit your taste.
    • Don't pour from the container directly over steaming food to avoid moisture getting into the seasoning.
    • It's best to make it in small batches so as to avoid storing for long.

    FAQS

    What is the secret to good fried chicken

    The secret is to use a good seasoning on the chicken, let it marinate in the seasoning for at least 30 minutes and frying it in oil at the right temperature so that the inside is cooked tender, and the outer is crisp.

    Do you season chicken or flour

    I like to season the chicken and the flour as this ensures both the skin and the inside of the chicken gets maximum flavor from the seasoning. However, you can just season the flour. Whichever way you choose, using a good spice blend is recommended.

    Do you season chicken before frying

    Yes it's best to season chicken before frying and you can also season with some spices after cooking. Seasoning like suya spice, and are some seasoning that can be added to chicken after frying.

    What spices pair well with chicken

    Spices that pair well with chicken include paprika, rosemary, garlic, and onion.

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    More Seasoning Recipes

    Salmon seasoning

    Roast potato seasoning

    Shrimp seasoning

    Steak rub

    Peri peri seasoning

    Jerk seasoning

    Italian seasoning

    Chicken wings seasoning

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    Fried Chicken Seasoning Recipe

    Best fried chicken seasoning recipe that is simple, quick, and easy. This seasoning for fried chicken is flavorful and will make your chicken tender inside, with crispy skin. It can be whipped up in a matter of minutes and made with a few simple ingredients.
    Prep Time2 mins
    Mix time3 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Condiments
    Cuisine: American, British, International
    Keyword: best fried chicken seasoning, fried chicken seasoning, fried chicken seasoning recipe, seasoning for fried chicken
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 10kcal
    Author: Kemi

    Equipment

    • Measuring spoons
    • Mixing bowl
    • Spice jar

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 tablespoon Smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon Onion granules
    • 1 teaspoon Cumin
    • ½ teaspoon Oregano
    • ¼ teaspoon Parsley
    • ¼ teaspoon Rosemary
    • ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
    • 5 g Stock cube (Optional) crumbled
    • Salt to taste

    Instructions

    • Wash and dry a small bowl, the measuring spoons, and spice jar.
    • Measure all the ingredients into the bowl- Paprika, rosemary, oregano, dried thyme, parsley, black pepper, and salt. Mix till well combined.
    • It's ready to use.

    How To Season Chicken

    • Cut off any fat or unwanted parts, clean the chicken, and pat them dry with paper towels.
    • Add the chicken into a bowl then add the seasoning.
      Rub the seasoning over the chicken making sure all the chicken parts are coated in seasoning.
    • Cover the bowl, put it in the fridge, and let the chicken season for at least 30 minutes to 8 hours.
    • Cook chicken as desired.

    Southern Fried Chicken Seasoning

    • In a dry bowl, add flour then add 1 tablespoon of this seasoning for every ½ cup of flour.
      Dip chicken in buttermilk or egg wash then dip in the seasoned flour to cover all the parts then put the dredged chicken on a plate. Fry till cooked.

    Notes

    • Make sure to dry all tools to be used in making the seasoning.
    • Adjust the pepper to suit your taste.
    • Don't pour from the container directly over steaming food to avoid moisture getting into the seasoning.
    • It's best to make in small batches to avoid storing for long.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 10kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.05g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 58mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 870IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg

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