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This Southern main features Chicken (2 1/2-to-3. It delivers hearty, protein-packed satisfaction. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.
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Spicy Fried Chicken
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This Southern main features Chicken (2 1/2-to-3. It delivers hearty, protein-packed satisfaction. Great for weeknight dinners or when you want something satisfying for the whole family. Simple to make with ingredients you likely already have on hand, this is a recipe you will come back to again and again.Ingredients
Directions
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lb),
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cut into serving -pieces 1 c All-purpose flour 1 ts Salt 1/2 ts Garlic powder 1 ts Paprika 1 ts Black pepper 1/4 ts Poultry seasoning 1/2 c Milk 1 Egg, lightly beaten Shortening or oil for frying RINSE CHICKEN PIECES under cold running water, and
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pat dry on paper towels.
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In a paper or heavy plastic bag,
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mix the flour with the salt, garlic powder, paprika, pepper and poultry seasoning.
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Mix milk with egg in a shallow bowl.
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Shake a few chicken pieces at a time in the bag of seasoned flour.
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Roll them in the egg mixture, and then shake them again in the flour.
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Allow them to sit for 10 minutes so the flour will adhere to the pieces.
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To pan fry, melt shortening or pour oil in a heavy, deep-sided skillet to a depth of 1/2 to 1 inch.
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Heat to 365F (185&# 194;°C).
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Add the chicken pieces, being careful not to crowd the pan, and brown the chicken on all sides.
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Reduce heat to 275 F (135ðC) and continue to cook until the chicken is tender.
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It will take about 30 minutes for white meat and 40 minutes for dark meat.
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Turn several times during the cooking using tongs, and drain on paper towels.
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To deep fry, heat shortening or oil in a deep fryer to 365F (185ðC).
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Cook chicken for 15 minutes for white meat and 18 minutes for dark meat.
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Drain on paper towels, and serve immediately
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 59.8kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.0g5%
- Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
- Cholesterol 22.2mg8%
- Sodium 20.5mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 6.8g14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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