Fried Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise; separate thighs from legs.
2. 2
   The chicken pieces should be all about the same size, for even cooking.
3. 3
   Combine flour, salt and pepper.
4. 4
   Roll chicken pieces in flour and shake off excess.
5. 5
   Dip in beaten eggs.
6. 6
   Roll in bread crumbs, pressing crumbs into chicken.
7. 7
   Gently shake off excess.
8. 8
   Melt lard in a chicken fryer or heavy, deep kettle. Heat to 250°.
9. 9
   Fry chicken pieces a few at a time for 20 minutes.
10. 10
    Keep fried chicken warm while frying remaining batches.