Fried Chicken

Name: Fried Chicken
Ingredients: 2 1/2 lb. frying chicken (pieces); 1 c. all-purpose flour; 2 tsp. salt; 1 tsp. paprika; 1/2 tsp. pepper; 2 eggs; 2 Tbsp. water; 1/2 tsp. garlic powder; 1/2 tsp. ground oregano; 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper; 2 c. shortening

11 ingredients

10 steps

Ingredients

2 1/2 lb. frying chicken (pieces)
1 c. all-purpose flour
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. pepper
2 eggs
2 Tbsp. water
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1/2 tsp. ground oregano
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
2 c. shortening

Directions

1

Rinse chicken and pat dry.
2

Combine flour, paprika, salt and pepper in a plastic bag.
3

Combine garlic powder, oregano and cayenne in shaker.
4

Heat shortening to 375° in a heavy deep skillet.
5

Beat eggs in water.
6

Shake chicken a few pieces at a time in flour mixture to coat.
7

Dip in egg mixture, then shake again in flour mixture.
8

Fry for 10 minutes, skin side down, turn and fry for 20 minutes, turning occasionally.
9

Remove and drain on paper towels.
10

Sprinkle with spice mix.