Uncovering the Secret: KFC’s Original Chicken Recipe Revealed
For decades, the phrase “finger-lickin’ good” has been synonymous with Kentucky Fried Chicken’s (KFC) iconic Original Recipe. What makes this golden, crispy chicken so unforgettable? The answer lies in a secret blend of 11 herbs and spices that has captivated taste buds around the world since Colonel Harland Sanders first introduced his recipe in the 1940s.
But for years, fans of the legendary fried chicken have tried to crack the code. From copycat recipes to investigative food blogs, everyone has wanted to know: what’s really in the Colonel’s secret seasoning?
The Origins of the Legend
Harland Sanders began selling fried chicken from his roadside restaurant in Corbin, Kentucky, during the Great Depression. He developed a method of pressure-frying chicken that preserved moisture while producing a crisp, flavorful crust. But the real magic came from the seasoning—a precise blend of herbs and spices that he kept closely guarded.
That Original Recipe helped KFC grow into one of the world’s largest fast food chains, with the secret spice blend locked away in a safe in Louisville, Kentucky.
A Surprise Discovery
In 2016, the Chicago Tribune published what might be the closest anyone has come to the true recipe. A reporter uncovered a handwritten list of 11 herbs and spices on the back of a scrapbook belonging to Joe Ledington, a relative of Colonel Sanders. The list looked suspiciously close to what fans had been guessing for years.
Here’s the rumored blend:
2/3 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Thyme
1/2 tsp Basil
1/3 tsp Oregano
1 tsp Celery Salt
1 tsp Black Pepper
1 tsp Dried Mustard
4 tsp Paprika
2 tsp Garlic Salt
1 tsp Ground Ginger
3 tsp White Pepper
This mix is said to be combined with two cups of white flour, used to coat the chicken before frying.
Bringing It Home: A Copycat Recipe
While the official KFC recipe remains a closely guarded corporate secret, home cooks around the world have embraced this leaked list as a way to replicate the flavor they crave. Here’s a basic approach you can try in your own kitchen:
Ingredients:
1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
2 cups all-purpose flour
Spice blend (as listed above)
1 egg, beaten
1 cup buttermilk
Oil for frying
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