Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Just Like Grandma's Recipe | Just A Pinch Recipes

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt maintains tanginess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: canola oil

💰Cheaper: peanut oil

Canola oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds flavor without extra cost.

In a large plastic container, dissolve 2 Tbsp salt in about 2 cups water.

Remove skin from chicken pieces (optional) and place in container. Add more water if necessary to cover the chicken.

Place lid on the container and place in refrigerator for about 1 hour.

Pour milk into a bowl. Add egg and beat with a fork until fairly smooth and set aside.

In another bowl add flour, seasonings, and optional soup base. Mix well with a fork.

Dredge chicken pieces in flour mixture.

Then dip in milk and egg mixture.

Roll in flour mixture.

In a large deep iron skillet add oil to about 1" deep. Heat oil to about 375 degrees and add chicken pieces in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Cook chicken for about 7 to 8 minutes per side or until juices run clear.

Transfer chicken pieces to a serving platter.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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