Homemade Jollibee-Inspired Fried Chicken Recipe (Chicken Joy Copycat/ Hack)
Duration:
Servings: 4
Calories: 504kcal
Equipment
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Deep Frying Pan
Ingredients
Chicken Ingredients
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken thighs, or any other chicken part
- ¼ cup lemon juice, optional
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cups cooking oil (for deep-frying), or as needed
Breading Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- ½ tbsp five-spice powder, (see notes above)
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
Instructions
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(if using lemon juice) Rub the chicken thighs with lemon juice and season with salt and pepper. Marinate for 30 to 60 minutes.
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In a mixing bowl, add-in the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, five-spice powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Mix until evenly incorporated.
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In a deep cooking pot, pour-in and heat cooking oil over high heat.
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Fully coat the chicken thighs with the flour mixture, and then add into the cooking pot. Cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Avoid overcrowding the pot.
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Transfer to a serving plate or serving tray and dry excess oil with paper towels. Serve and enjoy!
