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Using a sharp knife, cut the chicken into 8 pieces, discarding the back-bone and removing the breast bone.
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Season the chicken with Essence.
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Season 3 cups of the flour and egg wash with Essence.
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Dredge the chicken first in the flour.
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Dip each piece in the egg wash, letting the excess drip off.
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Dredge the chicken for a second time in the seasoned flour, coating completely.
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In a large skillet, over medium heat, add the oil.
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Toss the onions in the hot sauce.
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Season the remaining flour with Essence.
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Dredge the onions in the remaining flour.
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Fry the onions until golden brown.
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Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Season with Essence.
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When the oil is hot, pan-fry the chicken until crispy and golden, about 6 minutes on each side.
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Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Season with Essence.
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Spread 1 tablespoon of the tomato mixture over each piece of ham.
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Roll the ham up tightly.
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To serve, place the chicken around a platter.
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Mound the onions in the center of the chicken.
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Lay the rolled ham around the onions.
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Garnish with parsley.
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Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
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Recipe from New New Orleans Cooking, by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch.
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Published by William and Morrow, 1993.