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Hennessy Fried Chicken Recipe
Sophia smith

Hennessy Fried Chicken Recipe

This crispy and juicy Hennessy Fried Chicken Recipe takes Southern-style comfort food to the next level with a bold infusion of Hennessy cognac. Marinated in a flavorful mix of buttermilk, garlic, herbs, spices, and cognac, the chicken turns out tender inside and perfectly golden outside. It’s the ultimate fried chicken with a boozy twist, ideal for dinner parties, weekend indulgence, or when you simply want comfort food with flair.
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Prep Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Fusion
Calories: 420
Ingredients Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Marinade Ingredients
  • 1 lbs Chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, or wings, bone-in recommended)
  • 1 cup Hennessy cognac
  • 1/2 cup Buttermilk
  • 1 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp Fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • Salt & black pepper (to taste)
Coating Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
  • Salt & black pepper (to taste)
Frying
  • Vegetable oil (for deep frying,  enough to submerge chicken pieces)

Video

Notes

Required Kitchen Tools

Cooking Hennessy Fried Chicken at home is simple, but having the right tools ensures your chicken turns out golden, crispy, and cooked through. Here’s what you’ll need:
  1. Large Mixing Bowls – For marinating chicken and preparing the seasoned flour coating.
  2. Tongs – To safely turn and remove chicken from hot oil.
  3. Cast Iron Skillet or Deep Fryer – Ideal for achieving even frying and crispy texture.
  4. Kitchen Thermometer – Essential for checking both oil temperature (350°F) and internal chicken temperature (165°F).
  5. Cooling Rack or Paper Towels – To drain excess oil after frying.
With these tools ready, you’ll have everything you need to recreate this crispy and juicy Hennessy Fried Chicken recipe in your own kitchen.