Real Fried Chicken

1. 1

   Wash chicken pieces and pat dry.

2. 2

   Sprinkle each piece with salt, pepper, cayenne and garlic and rub it in.

3. 3

   Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 to 3 hours before cooking.

4. 4

   Heat the lard in a large iron skillet to 375u00b0 or until it just starts to smoke lightly.

5. 5

   Just before frying, dredge pieces lightly in flour and fry 2 to 3 pieces at a time.

6. 6

   Breasts take 12 to 15 minutes, drumsticks and backs 9 to 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Pieces can be kept warm in a 200u00b0 oven while frying others.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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