Southern Fried Chicken (Read 545 times)

This is a delicious basic southern fried chicken recipe that the Mrs and I have enjoyed!

Ingredients:

• 4 pounds chicken pieces
  
• 1 1/2 cups milk
  
• 2 large eggs
  
• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  
• 2 tablespoons salt
  
• 2 teaspoons pepper
  
• 3 cups vegetable oil
  
• salt
  

Preparation:

Rinse chicken; pat dry and then set aside.
Combine milk and eggs in a bowl; whisk to blend well.

In a large heavy-duty resealable plastic food storage bag, combine the flour, salt, and pepper.

Dip a chicken piece in the milk mixture; let excess drip off into bowl. Put a few chicken pieces in the food storage bag and shake lightly to coat thoroughly. Remove to a plate and repeat with remaining chicken pieces.

Heat oil to 350°. Fry chicken, a few pieces at a time, for about 10 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Chicken breasts will take a little less time than other pieces. Pierce with a fork to see if juices run clear to check for doneness. With a slotted spoon, move to paper towels to drain; sprinkle with salt.