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Perfect Fried Chicken

Make Flavorful and CRISPY fried chicken at home with my perfect fried chicken recipe! You’ll be surprised by the ingredient list! I have a love-hate relationship with fried chicken. 
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword crispy, easy, extra crispy
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings 8 drumsticks
Calories 327kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 chicken leg drumsticks
  • 1 can can condensed cream of chicken or cream of mushroom
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon paprika
  • 3/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
  • pepper to taste
  • oil for frying

Instructions

  • In a shallow dish or bowl combine the soup, egg and seasoning salt (be careful, as soup is already salted); mix together. Dip chicken in mixture and turn to coat completely. Set aside.
  • In a resealable plastic bag mix together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper.
  • One at a time, place chicken pieces in bag, seal and shake to coat. Add more flour and/or cornstarch as necessary, but add them in equal parts (there should be an equal amount of each in the mixture).
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F. Be sure to use enough oil to cover chicken pieces.
  • Place coated chicken on a baking sheet or platter and allow to sit until it becomes moist/doughy (this ensures nice and crispy chicken)
  • Fry chicken pieces in oil for about 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through and juices run clear.
  • Drain on baking rack or paper towels and serve.

Notes

This recipe can be used to make chicken tenders or thighs. Adjust frying time accordingly.

Nutrition

Calories: 327kcal