Last Updated on February 28, 2024
Today, we’re going to be taking a look at an Uncle Lou’s fried chicken recipe. Fried chicken needs absolutely no introduction. Crispy, crunchy coating, with juicy, moist chicken meat on the inside – what’s not to love? Well, Uncle Lou’s fried chicken is so good, that it’s even won awards, such as “Best New Food Item” and “Best Overall Food”. So there’s no wonder you’re looking for a way to recreate this chicken at home.
What Is Uncle Lou’s?
If you’re unfamiliar with Uncle Lou’s, it’s a fried chicken restaurant and take out that’s been around for over 20 years now. Fried chicken, wings, biscuits, sandwiches – they have you covered! But along with their fried chicken, they’re best known for their Sweet Spicy Love sauce and Corruption seasoning mix. You can even buy these products direct from their store!
The restaurant itself is based in Memphis, and has become incredibly popular over the years.
Ingredients in Uncle Lou’s fried chicken
The recipe we’re looking at doesn’t require many ingredients at all! The only ingredient’s you’ll need are:
- vegetable oil
- whole chicken
- Uncle Lou’s fried chicken seasoning
- Uncle Lou’s Sweet Spicy Love sauce
If you’re unable to buy the seasoning or sauce, we’ve got you covered. We’ll take a look at how to make those from scratch too.
Nutritional information of Uncle Lou’s fried chicken
If you’re curious as to the nutritional value of Uncle Lou’s fried chicken, look no further. Each serving of our recipe contains the following:
- Calories: 1118
- Fat: 77g
- Cholesterol: 336mg
- Sodium: 1468mg
- Carbs: 26g
- Sugars: 18.75g
- Protein: 76g
While it’s high in protein, which is great for a balanced diet – it’s incredibly high in fat and sodium – so be sure to enjoy this recipe in moderation.
1) Uncle Lou’s Fried Chicken Recipe
The reason you’re here is to discover how to create the perfect fried chicken – so let’s get to it. This recipe is inspired by one from Food.com.
Ingredients
The only ingredients you’ll need for this recipe are:
- vegetable oil (for frying)
- 3 lbs of a whole chicken (cut into 8 pieces)
- 3 cups of Uncle Lou’s Fried Chicken seasoning
- 6 cups of Uncle Lou’s Sweet Spicy Love sauce
Recipe
Now all you need to do is:
Step 1: Prepare
Gather all of the ingredients you need. Prepare your deep fat fryer by heating around 3 inches of oil in a pot, or pan. The thermometer needs to reach around 375F before you add the chicken. While the oil is heating, grab a baking sheet and line with paper towels.
Step 2: Season the chicken
Before seasoning, you’ll need to rinse your chicken. Once it’s been rinsed, pat dry with paper towels. Using a zipper bag, pour the seasoning mix inside. Now add around two pieces of chicken at a time. Seal the bag and shake the bag. Keep tossing until the chicken is completely covered with seasoning. Remove chicken and repeat with uncoated chicken until ready to fry.
Step 3: Fry
Place the chicken into the oil (once hot enough) and fry for around 12-15 minutes. This time may vary, depending on the size of your chicken pieces. When your chicken is cooked, the juices should run clear – that is the best way to tell. Once cooked, remove from oil and place on the prepared baking sheet. This will help to soak up any additional oil. Serve with Sweet Spicy Love dipping sauce. Enjoy!
2) Uncle Lou’s Seasoning Recipe
This recipe is inspired by Chicken Wings Blog – and it simply couldn’t be easier!
Ingredients
The ingredients you’ll need for this recipe are:
- 2 tablespoons of garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons of chili powder
- 2 tablespoons of salt
- 1 tablespoon of paprika
- 1 tablespoon of onion powder
- 1 teaspoon of celery salt
- 1 teaspoon of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of lemon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of hickory smoke seasoning
Recipe
Now all you need to do is:
Place all of the ingredients into a bowl. Mix all of the ingredients until well combined. Store in an airtight container until ready to use. It really is that easy!
3) Uncle Lou’s Sweet Spicy Love Recipe
If you’re unable to buy the sauce online, you can make it yourself in a matter of minutes. This recipe is inspired by Food.com.
Ingredients
The ingredients you’ll need for this recipe are:
- 2 cups of red wine vinegar
- 1/3 cup of Uncle Lou’s Corruption seasoning (or homemade seasoning)
- 2 cups of hot sauce
- 1 2/3 cups of honey
Recipe
Now all you need to do is:
Place the vinegar into a pan and boil. Once boiling, add the seasoning and mix well. Once dissolved, remove from heat and pour in the hot sauce, along with the honey. Pour sauce into airtight containers, and be sure to shake.
Conclusion
I hope this article has given you an idea of an Uncle Lou’s Fried Chicken recipe. Whether you want to recreate the chicken itself, or just the seasoning or dipping sauce – it couldn’t be easier.
Do you have any tips or tricks when it comes to making fried chicken? If so, please feel free to let me know in the comments below. Sharing is caring!
FAQs
How Do You Fry Chicken Step by Step?
Frying chicken couldn't be easier! All you need to do is cut the chicken into smaller pieces, add some seasoning to a zipper bag. Give the bag a shake and place the coated chicken into hot oil. Leave in the oil until the chicken juices run clear - and your fried chicken is ready!
How Many Minutes Do You Fry Chicken?
It will usually take between 12-15 minutes to cook 1/8 of a whole chicken (which is what our recipe uses). However, it's always best to check the juices run clear and the meat is white before serving.
What is the Secret to Good Fried Chicken?
The secret to good fried chicken is making sure the oil is hot enough before you add your chicken. If it's not hot enough, your chicken will lack a crunch, and struggle to go crispy on the outside.
How is Fried Chicken Made?
Fried chicken is made by placing seasoned chicken pieces into hot oil.
Uncle Lou’s Fried Chicken Recipe: How To
Ingredients
- vegetable oil, for frying
- 3 lbs of a whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
- 3 cups of Uncle Lou's Fried Chicken seasoning
- 6 cups of Uncle Lou's Sweet Spicy Love sauce
Instructions
- PrepareGather all of the ingredients you need. Prepare your deep fat fryer by heating around 3 inches of oil in a pot, or pan. The thermometer needs to reach around 375F before you add the chicken. While the oil is heating, grab a baking sheet and line with paper towels.vegetable oil, for frying
- Season the chickenBefore seasoning, you'll need to rinse your chicken. Once it's been rinsed, pat dry with paper towels. Using a zipper bag, pour the seasoning mix inside. Now add around two pieces of chicken at a time. Seal the bag and shake the bag. Keep tossing until the chicken is completely covered with seasoning. Remove chicken and repeat with uncoated chicken until ready to fry.3 lbs of a whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces, 3 cups of Uncle Lou's Fried Chicken seasoning
- FryPlace the chicken into the oil (once hot enough) and fry for around 12-15 minutes. This time may vary, depending on the size of your chicken pieces. When your chicken is cooked, the juices should run clear - that is the best way to tell. Once cooked, remove from oil and place on the prepared baking sheet. This will help to soak up any additional oil. Serve with Sweet Spicy Love dipping sauce. Enjoy!6 cups of Uncle Lou's Sweet Spicy Love sauce
Nutrition
My name is Ania, and I am very glad to see you here. I have always loved cooking; even some of my earliest memories are flipping through a cookbook and making pudding standing on a stool because I was too small to reach the stove.
You should know that I am not a professionally trained chef, just a big food lover who grew up in a family obsessed with cooking and focused on what we eat.
