Classic Fried Chicken (*X-Posted To Polgaraskitchen*)

Jul 13, 2011 22:35

Classic Fried Chicken
  • 1 1/4 Cups Flour
  • 2/3 Cup Cornstarch
  • Kosher Salt and Ground Black Pepper
  • 2-3 Pds Chicken Legs/Winglettes
  • 3 Cups Canola Oil

Preparation:  In a medium sized bowl combine flour, cornstarch, and salt/pepper to taste.  Separate 1 1/4 Cups of flour mixture, place in a zip-lock bag, and set aside. In a large bowl with a lid or tubberware pour buttermilk.  Dredge chicken pieces in flour and submerge in butter-milk.  Cover container and place in fridge overnight.

Cooking:  Pour oil into a large cast-iron skillet and heat to about 350 degrees over a medium heat. (*It Goes Without Saying Check With A Food Thermometer.*) Transfer the reserved flour mixture to a small bowl and dredge chicken in flour before placing in pan.  Let cook about 10 mins each side, flipping with tongs in the middle to avoid splatter.  Meanwhile line a glass bowl with paper-towels and transfer chicken to bowl to rest for 5 mins before serving.



Note:  This was my first experience with Fried-chicken in a cast-iron skillet and the recipe is pretty basic.  In the future I would recommend mixing in about 2 Tbsps Creole Seasoning to the reserved flour mixture. Maybe experiment with different ingredient mixes! 

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