My Mom'S Fried Chicken

1. 1

   Wash chicken pieces.

2. 2

   Combine flour, salt and pepper in a paper bag.

3. 3

   Add a few pieces of chicken at a time shaking to coat with flour.

4. 4

   In a large cast iron skillet over moderate heat melt enough lard or vegetable shortening to measure about 1 inch deep.

5. 5

   When cooking liquid has reached frying temperature you can see a little steam rising up.

6. 6

   Cook chicken 30 minutes on each side.

7. 7

   Lay cooked chicken on a paper towel lined platter and cover the top with paper towel also.

8. 8

   this helps top keep the chicken from sweating and to stay crisp.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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