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Fried Chicken

Fried Chicken

Enjoy this delicious, crispy Fried Chicken recipe that features a unique batter for perfect flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 543 kcal

Equipment

  • deep-fat fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour divided
  • 2 tablespoons garlic salt
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 3 teaspoons pepper divided
  • 2.5 teaspoons poultry seasoning
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 broiler/fryer chickens (3-½ to 4 pounds each) chicken cut up
  • Oil for deep-fat frying

Instructions
 

  • In a large shallow dish, combine 2-⅔ cups flour, garlic salt, paprika, 2-½ teaspoons pepper and poultry seasoning. In another shallow dish, beat eggs and water; add salt and the remaining 1-⅓ cups flour and ½ teaspoon pepper. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then place in flour mixture, a few pieces at a time. Turn to coat.
  • In a deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry chicken, several pieces at a time, until chicken is golden brown and juices run clear, 7-8 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition

Serving: 5ouncesCalories: 543kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 41gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 137mgSodium: 798mgFiber: 1g
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