This fried chicken recipe without buttermilk is easy to make with simple pantry ingredients. The chicken is fried to perfection and comes out juicy every time. Mouthwatering, and especially delicious when served with homemade ravioli and sauce on the side.
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 5 tablespoons seasoned salt
- 3 tablespoons garlic powder
- salt and pepper to taste
- 4 large eggs , beaten
- 2 whole chickens , 2 to 3 pound
- 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
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1
Mix flour, seasoned salt, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a shallow plate or bowl. Place eggs in a separate shallow bowl.
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2
Roll or shake chicken pieces in the flour mixture and place on a platter. Then dip each chicken piece in the egg and roll again in the flour mixture.
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3
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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4
Fry coated chicken pieces in hot oil for about 5 minutes on each side. Cover skillet and cook on lower heat for about 10 minutes. Remove cover, turn up the heat, and fry for 5 minutes on each side to make chicken crispy. Chicken is done when it is no longer pink inside and its juices run clear. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
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5
Drain fried chicken on paper towels and keep warm in an oven until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
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