Kitchen Corner
June 17, 2025

Copycat KFC Seasoning

An easy homemade copycat KFC seasoning recipe to make at home that can be used for frying, grilling, on fries or even popcorn.

You will need:

1 1/ 2 tablespoon black pepper, coarse ground

1 1/ 2 teaspoon kosher salt (more or less to taste)

1 – 1 1/ 2 tablespoons celery salt

2 teaspoons ground ginger

1 tablespoon dry mustard

1 1/ 2 teaspoons dry thyme

1 1/ 2 teaspoons dry oregano

1 1/ 2 teaspoons dry basil

1 1/ 2 teaspoons onion powder

1 tablespoon garlic powder

3-4 tablespoons sweet paprika

Optional Ingredients

1-2 tablespoons brown sugar

1/ 2 teaspoon cayenne or red pepper flakes

Method:

Measure all spices into a jar or container. Start with the lower quantities, mix together, taste and add more to taste. Whisk or shake up the spices to thoroughly combine. Add a label to the jar or container then store in a cool dark spot. This mix is very versatile and can be use for seasoning meat as a dry rub as well.