Southern Fried Chicken Recipe: Crispy & Delicious

Name: Southern Fried Chicken Recipe: Crispy & Delicious
Total time: 45 mins
Ingredients: 1 cup shortening; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces

Passed down through generations, this cast iron fried chicken recipe is a time-honored tradition. I even serve it on Christmas Day for a special touch!

Total time45 mins
Prep time10 mins
Cook time35 mins
Yield8

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Ingredients

1 cup shortening
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces

Instructions

Heat shortening in a large cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for the perfect frying temperature.
In a brown paper bag, combine flour, salt, and pepper. Add a few chicken pieces at a time, seal the bag, and shake to coat evenly. Carefully place the coated chicken into the hot skillet, repeating until all pieces are ready for frying.
Fry the chicken until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover the skillet, and continue cooking for 25 minutes. Remove the lid, increase heat to medium-high, and cook until deeply golden brown and juices run clear, approximately 5 more minutes. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) near the bone.

Nutrition

Calories: 351 kcal
Fat Content: 15 g
Fiber Content: 1 g
Sugar Content: 0 g
Sodium Content: 358 mg
Protein Content: 26 g
Cholesterol Content: 72 mg
Carbohydrate Content: 27 g
Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g