New Orleans Fried Chicken
Source of Recipe
Chef Jacques Leonardi
List of Ingredients
* 1 1/2 C Peanut oil, for frying
* 12 oz Can evaporated milk
* 1 C Water
* 1 Large egg, lightly beaten
* Salt and freshly ground white pepper
* 3-3 1/2 lb Chicken - rinsed, patted dry and cut into 8 pieces
* 1/2 C All-purpose flour
* 1/2 C Chopped dill pickles
* 1/4 C Chopped flat-leaf parsleyRecipe
In a large, heavy skillet, heat the oil to 350 degrees.
In a bowl, whisk together the evaporated milk, water and egg.
Season generously with salt and white pepper.
Season the chicken with salt and white pepper.
Dip each piece in the milk mixture and then in the flour.
Add the chicken to the skillet and cook over moderate heat, turning often, until golden and cooked through, about 25 minutes.
Lower the heat.
Transfer the chicken to a rack to drain.
Arrange the pieces on a platter.
Sprinkle with the pickles and parsley and serve.
Serves 4.
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