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Southern Fried Chicken

Crispy and juicy Southern Fried Chicken that brings comfort to any meal, perfect for special occasions or family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Coating

  • 1 cup milk You can use buttermilk for a richer flavor.
  • 2 beaten eggs 2 beaten eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
  • 4 teaspoons garlic salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper

For Frying

  • oil Use vegetable or canola oil with a high smoke point.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • In a bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs and milk until combined.
  • In another bowl, mix the flour with paprika, poultry seasoning, garlic salt, and black pepper.
  • Dip chicken pieces into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off, then roll them in the flour mixture until well coated.

Cooking

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until hot, but not smoking.
  • Fry chicken pieces for about 15-20 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Drain chicken on paper towels to soak up excess oil, then serve hot.

Notes

For extra crunch, double-dip the chicken in the egg and flour mixtures. Let the chicken rest after frying for better juices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
Keyword Chicken Recipe, Comfort Food, Crispy Chicken, fried chicken, Southern Fried Chicken
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