Real Fried Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt and pepper.
2. 2
   In a large heavy skillet, combine equal portions of butter and shortening.
3. 3
   when butter and shortening are melted, fat should be 1/4-inch deep.
4. 4
   Heat until a drop of water sizzles when it is flipped into the hot fat.
5. 5
   Dredge chicken pieces with seasoned flour and place in skillet; take care not to crowd the pieces.
6. 6
   Brown until chicken is the color of honey oak on one side; then turn and brown the other side.
7. 7
   Brown meaty pieces first.
8. 8
   Allow 20 to 30 minutes to brown chicken on both sides.
9. 9
   Cover.
10. 10
    Cook on low 30 minutes or until chicken is tender.
11. 11
    For crispy chicken, remove cover and increase heat last 10 minutes of cooking time; turn chicken as necessary to prevent over-browning.
12. 12
    Note: Chicken may be held an additional 15-20 minutes on a rack in a 200 F. oven before serving.