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Buttermilk Fried Chicken




Source of Recipe


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List of Ingredients



• 1 (3 lb) fryer, cut into pieces
  
• 2 cups butermilk
  
• 6 cloves garlic, smashed
  
• 1 large onion, sliced
  
• 1 cup chopped mixed fresh herbs (parsley, tarragon, thyme)
  
• 1/2 tsp paprika
  
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  
• 2 cups flour
  
• 1/4 tsp garlic salt
  
• 1/4 tsp onion salt
  
• 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  
• salt and pepper
  
• 3 cups solid vegetable shortening
  






Instructions



1. Soak chicken in buttermilk with garlic, onions, herbs, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Refrigerate overnight or at least 8 hours.
   
2. Drain in colander, leaving some herbs on chicken.
   
3. In a large paper grocery bag, mix flour with seasonings.
   
4. Meanwhile, heat 3 cups shortening in cast iron pan until 350 degrees.
   
5. Place chicken pieces in bag with flour and shake, let sit 1 minute, then shake again. Add chicken to hot pan and fry on 1 side for 20 minutes, then turn to finish for another 10 minutes.
   






Final Comments


Yield: 4 servings