The Best Southern Fried Chicken – A Family Recipe!
👩🍳 How to Make Southern Fried Chicken
1️⃣ Soak the Chicken
- Place the chicken pieces in a bowl and pour milk over them.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (this helps tenderize the meat).
2️⃣ Coat with Seasoned Flour
- In a large seal-tight plastic bag, combine flour, salt, pepper, and sage.
- Shake the bag to mix well.
- Add the milk-soaked chicken pieces one at a time, shaking to coat evenly.
- Refrigerate the coated chicken for at least another hour (or overnight!)—this is the real secret to getting that crispy, crunchy crust.
3️⃣ Fry Until Golden & Crispy 🍗
- Heat 1 cup of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Carefully place the chicken in the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Cover the pan and fry for about 10 minutes on each side, until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Drain on paper towels and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
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