Brianna Rodriguez
@briannazeugirdor
Southern-Style Fried Chicken
This Southern-Style Fried Chicken recipe features crispy, golden-brown chicken leg quarters, seasoned to perfection with a blend of spices. It's a classic comfort food that's perfect for family gatherings or a cozy dinner at home.
Details
- Cuisine:american
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Ingredients:9
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Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time30 min.
- Total time50 min.
- Servings4
Ingredients
- 2
- 1 1/2 cups
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 1/2 teaspoon
- 2 cups (for frying, or as needed)
- 4 (cut into thighs and drumsticks)
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Southern-Style Fried Chicken.
Step 1
Begin by whisking the eggs in a shallow bowl until they are completely blended.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, combine the flour with rubbed sage, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder, sifting them together to create a harmonious blend of flavors.
Step 3
Heat vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring the oil reaches a depth of about two inches for optimal frying.
Step 4
Take each piece of chicken and immerse it in the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off before rolling it in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring a thorough coating.
Step 5
Gently place the coated chicken into the hot oil, frying one side until it achieves a beautiful golden brown color, which should take around ten minutes.
Step 6
Once golden, reduce the heat to medium and carefully flip the chicken to fry the other side until it is equally golden and the meat is no longer pink inside, which will take about twenty more minutes.
Step 7
To ensure perfect doneness, use an instant-read meat thermometer to check that the thickest part of the thigh reaches 160°F (70°C).
Step 8
Enjoy the crispy, flavorful chicken that’s sure to impress!.