Southern Fried Chicken
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Cooking:
15 min.
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Servings per container:
6
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Ingredients for - Southern Fried Chicken

1. Whole chicken, cut into pieces - 1 (3 pound)
2. Salt to taste - 1 (3 pound)
3. Ground black pepper to taste - 1 (3 pound)
4. Paprika - 1 teaspoon
5. All-purpose flour - 1 cup
6. Vegetable oil for frying - 1 quart

How to cook deliciously - Southern Fried Chicken

1. Stage

Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika. Roll in flour.

2. Stage

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

3. Stage

Lower chicken pieces carefully into the hot oil in batches. Fry until golden, turning once, about 15 to 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Repeat with remaining chicken.