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    Spicy Fried Chicken

    Source of Recipe


    From "A Gracious Plenty" by John T. Edge

    List of Ingredients


    • 1 (3-pound) broiler-fryer, cut into 8 pieces
    • Milk to cover
    • 1-1/2 tsp garlic powder
    • 2 tsp seasoning salt
    • 1 Tbsp ground black pepper
    • 2 tsp cayenne pepper
    • 1 cup flour
    • 2 cups vegetable oil


    Instructions


    1. Put the chicken pieces in a large bowl and cover with milk. Refrigerate for 1 hour or longer.

    2. Drain the chicken and shake off the excess liquid. Mix the garlic powder, seasoning salt, black pepper and cayenne; sprinkle the spices over the chicken so that the pieces are evenly coated. Pour the flour into a large plastic bag and add the chicken pieces, a few at a time, shaking gently. As the pieces are floured, transfer them to a wire rack or a sheet of waxed paper, placing them well apart from one another. Let stand for 20 to 25 minutes.

    3. Heat the oil in a large, heavy skillet over high heat until it is nearly smoking. Add the chicken pieces in one layer; the fat should come halfway up the pieces. Cover and cook 10 to 12 minutes, or until golden brown on one side; turn the pieces and reduce the heat to medium-low. Continue cooking, covered, until evenly browned on both sides, turning as needed. Total cooking time should be 20 to 25 minutes. As the pieces are cooked through, remove them to a rack to drain.

      Makes 4 servings.



 

 

 


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