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Fried Chicken for July 4th

Celebrate Independence Day with this incredible dish. This easy fried chicken is perfect for a 4th of July picnic with potato salad and all the fixings. Enjoy the fireworks, festivities and a fine fare to boot. 
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Cuisine Continental

Servings 4 servings
Calories 5745.1 kcal

Ingredients

  

  • 48 ounce(s) chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup(s) buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup(s) flour
  • 1 teaspoon(s) salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon(s) ground sage
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon(s) pepper
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 floz water
  • 1 cup(s) bread crumbs
  • 1 1/2 cup(s) Corn oil for frying

Instructions

 

  • Rinse chicken pieces, pat dry and place in a shallow dish for marinating.
  • Pour buttermilk over chicken and marinate for 30 minutes, turning occassionally.
  • Combine flour, salt, sage, paprika and pepper in paper bag.
  • Add chicken and shake to cover.
  • Dip chicken in egg and roll in breadcrumbs.
  • Let stand for 15 minutes.
  • Pour oil into large skillet to a depth of 1 inch and heat to 375 degrees or until water spatters when sprinkled on oil.
  • Add chicken legs and thighs first.
  • Fry until browned about 10- 12 minutes before adding remaining pieces, frying another 10 minutes or until brown.
  • Drain chicken on paper towels before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 5745.1kcalCarbohydrates: 154.72gProtein: 392.22gFat: 392gSaturated Fat: 63.88gCholesterol: 1297.16mgSodium: 8828.3mgFiber: 7.03gSugar: 19g

Keyword 4th of July, Butter, Chicken, Eggs, Picnics
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