Southern Fried Chicken Recipe

Name: Southern Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 2/3 cups all purpose flour; 1 tsp dried thyme; 1 tsp Cajun seasoning; 1 tsp sugar; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 chicken drumsticks; 4 chicken thighs; 2 large eggs; Vegetable oil, for deep-frying; 1 1/2 tbsp all purpose flour; 1 1/4 cups whole milk; Large plastic food bag; Large deep saucepan; Deep-frying thermometer; Prepare ahead

Servings: persons

1 2/3 cups all purpose flour
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp Cajun seasoning
1 tsp sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 chicken drumsticks
4 chicken thighs
2 large eggs
Vegetable oil, for deep-frying
1 1/2 tbsp all purpose flour
1 1/4 cups whole milk
Large plastic food bag
Large deep saucepan
Deep-frying thermometer
Prepare ahead

1
Combine the flour, thyme, Cajun seasoning, and sugar in a large self-sealing plastic bag and season well with salt and pepper.
2
One at a time, add the drumsticks and thighs to the bag and shake until coated.
3
Transfer to a wax paper-lined baking sheet.
4
Beat the eggs in a shallow dish.
5
Dip the floured chicken in the egg, then return to the flour and coat again.
6
Place the chicken on the baking sheet and chill for 30 minutes.
7
Fill a large deep saucepan halfway with oil and heat over high heat to 325F (170C).
8
Add the chicken and deep-fry for about 20 minutes or until cooked through.
9
Transfer to paper towels.
10
To make the cream gravy, transfer 2 tbsp of the frying oil to a saucepan.
11
Whisk in the flour.
12
Cook over low heat for 1 minute, then whisk in the milk.
13
Cook, whisking often, until thickened.
14
Season with salt and pepper.

669

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* 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: 1 2/3 cups all purpose flour, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp Cajun seasoning, 1 tsp sugar, and more.

Yes, 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.

Southern Fried Chicken

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