The Ultimate Southern Fried Chicken Recipe

Name: The Ultimate Southern Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large eggs; Kosher salt; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper; Freshly ground black pepper; One 3 1/2-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces; Vegetable oil, for frying

Servings: persons

6 large eggs
Kosher salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 1/2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Freshly ground black pepper
One 3 1/2-pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
Vegetable oil, for frying

1
In a large bowl, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt.
2
In another bowl, whisk the flour with the cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, crushed red pepper, 2 1/2 tablespoons of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper.
3
Pat the chicken pieces dry.
4
Line a baking sheet with wax paper.
5
Season the chicken with salt and pepper and dredge in the seasoned flour.
6
Dip the coated chicken in the egg, then dredge again in the seasoned flour and transfer to the baking sheet.
7
In a large cast-iron skillet, heat 3/4 inch of oil to 360.
8
Set a rack over another baking sheet.
9
Fry half of the chicken over moderate heat, turning occasionally, until golden brown and an instant-read thermometer inserted nearest the bone registers 165, about 15 minutes.
10
Transfer to the rack.
11
Repeat with the remaining chicken.
12
Serve right away.

615

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large eggs, Kosher salt, 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cornstarch, and more.

Yes, The Ultimate 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.

The Ultimate Southern Fried Chicken

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