Nacho Chicken Drumsticks

Directions

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   Put the flour in a large bowl.
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   Put the crushed chips in another large bowl and whisk the eggs in a third bowl.
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   Toss the drumsticks in the flour.
4. 4
   One at a time, dip each drumstick in the beaten egg and dredge in the crushed chips, turning to coat.
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   Place on a baking sheet until ready to fry.
6. 6
   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Fill a large pot with 3 inches of vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Working in batches, fry the drumsticks until golden and cooked through, about 15 minutes.
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   Drain on paper towels and season with salt.
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   (Let the oil return to 350 degrees F between batches.)
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   Arrange the drumsticks on a large ovenproof platter and sprinkle with the cheese.
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    Bake until the cheese melts, about 4 minutes.
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    Top with salsa, guacamole and pickled jalapenos.
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    Photograph by Johnny Miller