Down Home Fried Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   To make the brine, whisk together the ingredients in a dish shallow enough to hold the chicken in a single layer.
2. 2
   Add the chicken pieces, cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
3. 3
   ( I did it overnight) Turn the chicken once while marinating.
4. 4
   To make Chicken.
5. 5
   Pour the chicken into a colander and allow the brine to drain.
6. 6
   Place the flour, thyme, marjoram, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne, salt and black pepper in a resealable bag.
7. 7
   Put two to three pieces of chicken in the bag, close and shake well to coat.
8. 8
   Remove the chicken from the flour and shake off any excess.
9. 9
   Repeat with the remaining chicken.
10. 10
    Place chicken on a wire rack while heating the oil.
11. 11
    Heat 2 to 2 1/2 inches of oil in a heavy duty cast iron skillet or other large skillet.
12. 12
    The skillet should be large enough to hold the chicken in a single layer without touching.
13. 13
    Add the chicken to the hot oil and cook for 7 to 9 minutes.
14. 14
    Using tongs turn the chicken and cook for another 7 to 9 minutes.
15. 15
    Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels.
16. 16
    Let the chicken rest 5 to 10 minutes before serving.