KFC

[RiversideSm0ker]

Kettle fried chicken. Have any of you tried this with your vortex and kettle? I found a beer batter recipe that sounds great and I really want to give this KFC a try on my kettle. I’m going to be making this sometime this week. I’ll post some pics and my results afterwards. Take care everyone and be safe.
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[kruizer]

Looking forward to your cook.

 

[gmc2003]

KFC chicken

Kettle Fried Chicken that is. I've seen a few videos about people making fried chicken on their kettles - so I figured why not. Both the wife and I love fried chicken but not so much the oil. Since this wasn't a preplanned dinner I used thighs so I didn't have to brine. It will definitely be...

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[chopsaw]

I fry chicken on my gas grill . Comes out great . Chris does a lot on his kettles . gmc2003

 

[chopsaw]

There ya go . Lol .

 

[BGKYSmoker]

I just bought a box of the KFC for chicken on my kettle.

 

[RiversideSm0ker]

I’m looking forward to trying this out. I watched a few YouTube videos for various ideas and tips. I’m going to try making a beer batter for it and we will see how it comes out. I’ll definitely post some pictures when the great experiment is completed.
G

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

I been making this for years. I all-ways use Louisiana chicken fry. You can spray dry spots with a little oil during the cook. Here is the original thread from another forum over 10 years ago.

Kettle fried chicken

Kettle Fried Chicken that is! I bought a pack of drumsticks and some store bought chicken fry since I'm lazy. Seasoned the legs and dredged them in the batter and then rolled in the fry mixture and let them sit for about 30 mins while I fired up a chimney of mesquite lump and regular k so I...

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Here is one of mine

 

[SmokinAl]

The vortex is a chicken making machine!!
Al

 

[BrianGSDTexoma]

Watch how hot you get it. The crust will burn. Really don't need vortec for this but if you do don't fill it and close down vent some. You can just bank coals on one side. I run it around 375. You got me to do some this weekend. Picked up some chicken fry today!

 

[RiversideSm0ker]

Here are the first two pics. First the battered chicken. Second the chicken right after the first flip. Just waiting for them to come to temp now.

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[RiversideSm0ker]

Here we go. I’m really happy with the results but I am going to say that I should have used much more spice in the batter. Other than that it came out pretty much perfect. The lack of greasy oil was really awesome. It was just super juicy as crispy. I’ll be doing this on a regular basis.

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[chopsaw]

That came out great . Yup the coating can really take some salt . More than you think .
Nice work .

 

[JLeonard]

Have mercy! I love some fried chicken. Now you got me thinking about this. Looks great!
Jim

 

[chef jimmyj]

Looks good and an interesting technique. Try Brining the Chicken for a flavorful meat to the Bone!...JJ

Families Favorite Brine

1/2C Kosher Salt
2T Paprika
2T Gran. Garlic
2T Gran. Onion
2T Dry Thyme
2T Black Pepper
1C Vinegar (Any)
1-11/2Gal Cold Water to cover Chix
1T Red Pepper Flake Optional

Mix well and Soak the Bird over night or up to 24 Hours.

Remove the Chix, rinse if desired and pat dry with paper towels.

Place in an open container in the refrigerator overnight or up to 24 hours for the Skin to dry.

This will give a crispier skin when Smoking, Frying or Roasting...

 

[Bearcarver]

Yours looks Great, Riverside!!!
I'm sure it's better than the KFC we get around here. I call it "Kentucky Fried Rocks"!!
Lately I've been doing My Chicken parts in my #360 Air Fryer, without breading, but I do miss the breading itself, just not our local KFC's Rocks.
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Bear