Our Best Southern Fried Chicken

1. 1

   Combine 3 qt. water and 1 Tbsp. salt in a large bowl; add chicken.

2. 2

   Cover and chill 8 hours.

3. 3

   Drain chicken; rinse with cold water, and pat dry.

4. 4

   Combine 1 tsp. salt and pepper; sprinkle half of mixture over chicken.

5. 5

   Combine remaining salt and pepper mixture and flour in a large heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag. Place 2 pieces of chicken in bag; seal.

6. 6

   Shake to coat.

7. 7

   Remove chicken; repeat procedure with remaining chicken, 2 pieces at a time.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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