Southern Fried Chicken

"This recipe is originally from Alabama, and has been passed down for generations."


Ingredients

1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces 1 cup all-purpose flour salt to taste ground black pepper to taste 1 teaspoon paprika 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
Directions

Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika. Roll in flour.

Add 1/2 to 3/4 inch oil to a large, heavy skillet. Heat to approximately 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Place chicken pieces in hot oil. Cover, and fry until golden, turning once, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

Footnotes

Editor's Note
We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. The exact amount may vary depending on cook time and temperature, ingredient density, and the specific type of oil used.

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