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Crispy Los Pollos Hermanos-style fried chicken on a wooden table
Vicky Sharma

Los Pollos Hermanos Fried Chicken Recipe

A crispy, juicy homemade fried chicken inspired by the iconic Los Pollos Hermanos from Breaking Bad. This copycat recipe delivers golden crunch, juicy meat, and bold seasoning using simple pantry ingredients and classic Southern frying techniques.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 19 minutes
Marinate Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 39 minutes
Servings: 5 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade:
  • 8 pieces chicken drumsticks/thighs
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
Coating Mix:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
For Frying:
  • Vegetable oil for deep frying

Equipment

  • Deep frying pan or deep fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or fork
  • Kitchen thermometer (recommended)
  • Tongs
  • Wire rack or paper towels

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine chicken, buttermilk, salt, and black pepper.
    Chicken soaking in a buttermilk marinade with salt and pepper
  2. Cover and marinate for at least 4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
    Always follow proper food safety while handling raw chicken, based on the FDA safe food handling guidelines for poultry.
  3. In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, and all seasoning spices.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and let the excess drip off.
  5. Coat each piece thoroughly in the flour mixture. Press the coating firmly.
  6. Heat oil to 325°F–350°F (163°C–175°C).
    Oil heated to correct temperature for frying chicken
  7. Fry chicken in small batches for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and fully cooked.
    The safe internal temperature for chicken should reach 165°F (74°C) according to the USDA-recommended safe internal temperature for cooked chicken.
    Chicken frying in oil until golden brown and crispy
  8. Remove and drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
  9. Rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
    Fried chicken resting after cooking before serving

Video

Notes

  • Always maintain oil temperature between 325°F–350°F (163°C–175°C) for best results
  • Marination is key minimum 4 hours, best overnight
  • Do not overcrowd the pan while frying
  • Let chicken rest 5–10 minutes after frying for a crispier texture
  • Use cornstarch in coating for extra crunch