Pecan Crusted Southern Fried Chicken Recipe

Name: Pecan Crusted Southern Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: vegetable oil, for frying; 12 lb pecan pieces; 2 cups flour; 1 large frying chicken, cut into 8 pieces,about 3 1/2 pounds (2 breasts, 2 legs, 2 thighs, and 2 wings); salt & freshly ground black pepper; 3 eggs, beaten; 3 tablespoons milk; 2 ½ tablespoons paprika; 2 tablespoons salt; 2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper; 1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves; 1 tablespoon dried thyme

Servings: persons

vegetable oil, for frying
12 lb pecan pieces
2 cups flour
1 large frying chicken, cut into 8 pieces,about 3 1/2 pounds (2 breasts, 2 legs, 2 thighs, and 2 wings)
salt & freshly ground black pepper
3 eggs, beaten
3 tablespoons milk
2 ½ tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons salt
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon black pepper
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon dried oregano leaves
1 tablespoon dried thyme

1
Seasoning: Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
2
Heat the oil, over medium heat, in a large cast iron skillet.
3
In a food processor, fitted with a metal blade, finely ground the pecans.
4
Combine the pecans with the flour.
5
Season with Essence.
6
Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
7
Whisk the eggs with 2 tablespoons of the milk.
8
Dredge the chicken pieces in the pecan flour, coating each piece completely.
9
Dip the chicken in the egg wash, coating completely and letting the excess drip off.
10
Dredge the chicken in the pecan flour, for a second time, coating the chicken completely.
11
Gently lay half of the chicken in the hot oil, skin side down.
12
Fry the chicken for 6 minutes.
13
Turn the chicken over and continue to cook for 6 minutes or until the chicken is golden brown and the chicken is completely cooked.
14
Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on a paper-lined plate.
15
Season the chicken with Essence.
16
Continue frying the remaining chicken.

9832

kcal

Calories

991

Fat

249

Carbs

149

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: vegetable oil, for frying, 12 lb pecan pieces, 2 cups flour, 1 large frying chicken, cut into 8 pieces,about 3 1/2 pounds (2 breasts, 2 legs, 2 thighs, and 2 wings), and more.

Yes, Pecan Crusted Southern Fried Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Pecan Crusted Southern Fried Chicken

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