Firecracker Fried Chicken Drumsticks Recipe
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Firecracker Fried Chicken Drumsticks

By: TISHA ANN  
"I found this recipe a while back and had to try it. My husband and I fell in love with it. He has to have it at least twice a week. I use boneless, skinless chicken breast in place of the drumsticks - the breasts take less cooking time. Enjoy!!!"

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Prep Time:
15 Min
Cook Time:
30 Min
Ready In:
1 Hr 45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 8 chicken drumsticks
  • 1/4 cup hot pepper sauce
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups vegetable oil for frying

Directions

  1. To Marinate: Remove skin from chicken and place in a resealable plastic bag. Pour sauce over chicken, seal bag and refrigerate to marinate for at least 1 hour, up to 24 hours. The longer the chicken marinates, the spicier it will be.
  2. In another resealable plastic bag combine the flour, cornmeal and salt. Add chicken, seal bag and shake to coat.
  3. Heat oil in a large, deep skillet to medium high heat. Add chicken and fry, uncovered, for 25 to 30 minutes or until juices run clear. Turn occasionally to brown evenly.

Footnotes

  • The nutrition data for this recipe includes information for the full amount of the marinade ingredients. Depending on marinating time, ingredients, cooking method, etc., the actual amount of the marinade consumed will vary.
  • We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 475 | Total Fat: 28.1g | Cholesterol: 132mg

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 8, 2003 by TISHALC 
If you have trouble with the breading, it's best to make sure that your oil is very hot. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 29, 2006 by MISSIMIN 
I used boneless chicken breasts and cut them in half lengthwise for shorter cooking time. I... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 10, 2003 by Melissa 
Overall, great recipe, great flavor, relatively easy prep, the kids loved it. However, my... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2003 by GREGANDCANDY 
Good idea, Marinating the chicken beasts in the hot sauce makes the chicken nice and tender.... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 10, 2003 by BONSAI68 
My oldest son WOULD NOT eat chicken....until I made this recipe. It has a nice kick to it and... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 8, 2007 by RJALLMON 
This was vary good it is the best chicken I have ever had. I am only 12 years old, and I was... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on May 31, 2006 by DebbieJ. 
Best chicken ever! I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts and marinated in Cholula hot... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2003 by BUNNYGRRL 
I did as the recipe poster suggested and used chicken breasts cut up into finger like pieces... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 24, 2003 by APRILSHOWERSKC 
I let it marinate for 4 hours and I was expecting it to be spicer. I really couldn't taste... MORE
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 14, 2004 by HOMERMC 
Easy & delicious. All the kids loved it, as well as the grown-ups. MORE

 
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