Crispy Golden Korean Fried Chicken Made Stupid Easy At Home

Crispy golden Korean fried chicken made stupid easy at home, with a juicy inside and a shatteringly crisp crust. Ivy Blake shares this bold and approachable recipe with flavor-packed results.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 14 minutes
Total time: 24 minutes
Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

3 eggs ⅓ cup water ¼ cup buffalo sauce 1 whole chicken cut up into parts or 8 pieces 1 teaspoon kosher salt 25 cracks black pepper divided ½ teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon onion powder 2 cups self-rising flour Peanut oil for frying

Instructions

Heat the Oil: Preheat oil to 350°F in a deep fryer or skillet with 3 inches of oil. Do not overfill.
Mix the Egg Wash: Whisk together eggs, water, and buffalo sauce.
Season the Chicken: Sprinkle chicken with salt, garlic, onion powder, and pepper.
Dredge in Flour: Mix flour with remaining pepper. Dip chicken in egg wash, then coat with flour.
Fry in Batches: Fry dark meat for 13–14 minutes, white meat for 8–10 minutes, until golden and 165°F internal temp.
Rest and Serve: Place on a wire rack, sprinkle with salt, and serve warm.

Notes

Always read the recipe fully before starting. Prep all ingredients ahead of time to avoid stress. Rest chicken on a wire rack to maintain crispiness. Use your favorite cuts this works with wings, thighs, or drumsticks.

Nutrition

Calories: 342
Fat: 16g
Saturated fat: 5g
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 612mg
Protein: 24g
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 1g