Country Fried Chicken

Name: Country Fried Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: North America, Southern
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons garlic salt; 2 teaspoons pepper; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 1 large egg; 1/2 cup 2% milk; 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut up; Oil for frying

Total Time Prep: 20 min. Cook: 15 min./batch

Yield 6 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

Our country fried chicken has an ultra-crispy, herbaceous breading that encases succulent chicken. Use this recipe next time the fried chicken hunger strikes.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons garlic salt
2 teaspoons pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1 large egg
1/2 cup 2% milk
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut up
Oil for frying

Directions

In a resealable container, combine the flour and seasonings. In a shallow bowl, beat egg and milk. Dip chicken pieces into egg mixture, then add to container, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat.
In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat 1/4 in. of oil to 375°. Fry chicken, a few pieces at a time, 7-10 minutes on each side or until chicken is golden brown and juices run clear. Drain on paper towels.

Nutrition Facts

5 ounces cooked chicken: 592 calories, 41g fat (7g saturated fat), 137mg cholesterol, 765mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 37g protein.

This is one of our favorite recipes to take along on a picnic. We like to eat the chicken cold, along with a salad and watermelon. It's a real treat!

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