Southern Fried Chicken Seasoning Recipe

Seasoning is essential for traditional Southern fried chicken to have a crispy and juicy texture. In this case, you can try the Southern fried chicken seasoning recipe at home.

Making this seasoning at home is an easy to control the quality of ingredients with your own blend. The use of spices like paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and thyme makes it a thick and savory coating. 

The natural herbs not only just improve the flavor but also offer anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. So, try the Southern classic chicken by adjusting the seasoning to your preference.

Southern Fried Chicken Seasoning Ingredients

This seasoning is a healthier alternative when you make it at home. Because you can avoid the preservatives and sodium that are frequently present in store-bought ones. 

Here’s what you should have available while trying the southern fried chicken seasoning-

• Cornflour (½ Cup)

The texture of this seasoning is like dry dip sauce. Therefore, you need to apply cornflour to it so it can become thick. Besides, it helps create a light, crispy coating when frying, as it absorbs moisture from the surface of the chicken.

• Onion and Garlic (2 Tsp and 1 Tsp)

To bring an added flavor, you must add onion and garlic powder to the recipe. Here, you’ll require 2 tsp of onion powder and 1 tsp of garlic powder. We don’t recommend you go for garlic and onion paste. Use the powder instead.

• Cayenne & Smoked Paprika (2 tsp Each)

Since it’s a seasoning for fried chicken, it should be a bit more spicey. Therefore, adding cayenne will give it the proper heat. So, take 2 tsp of cayenne powder. Cayenne brings flavors without overwhelming the other flavors.

You also need to add 2 tsp of smoked paprika. It will add an extra level of flavor. However, adjust the amount of paprika and cayenne considering your preference for heat. 

• Mustard and Black Pepper Powder (½ Tsp Each)

Another two flavor-influencing agents are mustard powder and black pepper powder. Take ½ tsp of mustard powder and ½ tsp of black pepper. 

• Baking Powder (1 tsp)

Baking powder is called one of the best leavening agents that helps in frying good and baking well. Also, it makes the food light and airy. In your fried foods, like Southern fried chicken, it will create a lighter, tender, and crisper texture. So, the importance of baking powder is towering for this recipe. You’ll require 1 tsp of baking powder.  

• Salt (1 Tsp)

Salt should be added based on the amount of other ingredients. For today’s recipe, we’ll take 1 tsp salt. 

How to Make Southern Fried Chicken Seasoning?

You can create a flavorful and crispy Southern fried chicken seasoning at home with a simple mix of spices. This Southern fried chicken mix offers a perfect blend of spice, crispiness, and flavor for authentic fried chicken! 

Let’s check out how you can make this dry dip seasoning. It’s hassle-free and time-saving. Here’s how to make it-

Step-1

Take a mixing bowl and take cornflour. Now add baking powder with the corn flour and mix well. This time take cayenne, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, mustard powder, and black pepper powder. Mix properly and make sure all the ingredients are mixed well. 

Step-2

If you have finished mixing all the ingredients, your dry dip seasoning is ready to coat the chicken and fry. 

Step-3

We recommend separating the seasoning if you think you do not need to use it all. Separate before you start coating the chicken pieces. It will keep the seasoning in good condition and you can store them for many days. 

So, pour the remaining seasoning into a zip-lock plastic bag and keep it in a cold place. You’re done making your Southern fried chicken mix

Recipe Tips & Notes

• You can alter corn flour with regular white flour. However, corn flour provides a smoother, more even texture compared to using only flour. Corn flour offers the fried chicken a delicate crunch

• Depending on the amount used, cayenne can range from mildly warming to intensely spicy. So, apply the amount wisely to give an extra kick to your savory recipes 

• To get added flavor, you can add dried mint and thyme. They will increase the flavor and also enhance the nutrient value to your seasoning

• To get the best result of the seasoning, make sure you dip the chicken pieces into egg liquid before you coat them. It will help stick the seasoning in the chicken pieces more precisely. As a result, the fired chicken will become more crispy

Conclusion

Making the seasoning for southern fried chicken is pretty different from seasoning recipes. Because most of the seasoning recipes come with a mixture of spices and herbs. 
However, in terms of the authentic southern fried chicken seasoning you need to add baking powder and cornflower. So, these two ingredients are what made this recipe quite different compared to other seasoning recipes.