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 3-lb. fryer; 1 tbsp. salt; 1 tbsp. black pepper; 2 eggs (beaten); 1/2 cup Pet milk; 1/2 cup water; 2 cups flour; 1 tsp. paprika; 1/4 tsp. ground thyme; 1/2 tsp. granulated garlic; 1 qt. oil for frying

Servings: persons

1 3-lb. fryer
1 tbsp. salt
1 tbsp. black pepper
2 eggs (beaten)
1/2 cup Pet milk
1/2 cup water
2 cups flour
1 tsp. paprika
1/4 tsp. ground thyme
1/2 tsp. granulated garlic
1 qt. oil for frying

1
Cut chicken in eight pieces.
2
Season well with salt and pepper.
3
Set aside.
4
Mix eggs, milk, and water.
5
Pour mixture over chicken.
6
Let sit for 5 minutes.
7
In a heavy paper bag, mix flour, paprika, ground thyme, and granulated garlic.
8
Place chicken in bag with flour mixture.
9
Shake until chicken is well coated.
10
Heat oil in a Magnalite fryer oil should reach 350F.
11
Place chicken in hot oil.
12
Fry, turning as chicken browns.
13
Heavy parts such as breast, thighs, and legs will take 15 to 20 minutes, wings about 10 to 15 minutes.
14
Drain chicken on paper towels.

536

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Protein

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 3-lb. fryer, 1 tbsp. salt, 1 tbsp. black pepper, 2 eggs (beaten), 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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