Kfc Original Recipe Chicken Livers (Copycat)

Name: Kfc Original Recipe Chicken Livers (Copycat)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CHICKEN LIVERS; 2 -4 lbs premium quality fresh chicken livers; BRINE; 4 cups cold water; 1 tablespoon fine sea salt; 1 teaspoon Accent seasoning (recommended flavor enhancer); SEASONED FLOUR; 2 cups pre-sifted all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup seasoning (Bulk KFC Original Recipe Seasoning (Copycat)); RECOMMENDED FRYING OIL (I USE PEANUT OIL); vegetable oil or pure vegetable shortening

Servings: persons

CHICKEN LIVERS
2 -4 lbs premium quality fresh chicken livers
BRINE
4 cups cold water
1 tablespoon fine sea salt
1 teaspoon Accent seasoning (recommended flavor enhancer)
SEASONED FLOUR
2 cups pre-sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 cup seasoning (Bulk KFC Original Recipe Seasoning (Copycat))
RECOMMENDED FRYING OIL (I USE PEANUT OIL)
vegetable oil or pure vegetable shortening

1
MARINATE chicken livers at least 2 hours in refrigerator, in blended BRINE ingredients: 4 cups cold water, 1 tablespoon fine sea salt, 1 teaspoon Accent seasoning; COVER; TURN chicken livers periodically with tongs during marination.
2
MEASURE 2 cups flour and 1/2 cup Recipe #453973 (one batch without added flour) into a large sealable container, such as a GLAD food storage container or a Ziploc bag.
3
SHAKE container and mix well.
4
REMOVE chicken from brine with tongs; RINSE or soak chicken in very warm water.
5
PLACE a few pieces breaded livers at a time into the SEASONED FLOUR mixture container; SEAL container firmly; SHAKE gently in all motions to thoroughly coat livers.
6
PLACE breaded pieces on a wire rack when livers are evenly and generously breaded.
7
ALLOW chicken livers to rest and absorb the breading for a few minutes before frying.
8
PREHEAT the manufacturer's recommended amount frying oil in your deep-fryer between to 315u00b0F (OR) preheat enough fat to immerse chicken completely in deep heavy stovetop pot to 315u00b0F (use a deep-fryer thermometer to gauge).
9
ADD breaded chicken livers to the elevated fry basket in deep-fryer without crowding; LOWER the basket slowly into the hot oil; TURN livers only once midway, frying until golden brown and fully cooked, about 10-12 minutes. DRAIN on a wire rack over a paper towel-lined baking sheet; TRANSFER rack over a baking sheet and keep chicken livers warmed in a preheated 170u00b0F oven until serving.
10
SERVE and enjoy!

301

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CHICKEN LIVERS, 2 -4 lbs premium quality fresh chicken livers, BRINE, 4 cups cold water, and more.

Yes, Kfc Original Recipe Chicken Livers (Copycat) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!