This Southern fried chicken recipe is originally from Alabama and has been passed down for generations.
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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2 teaspoons paprika
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional)
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1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
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vegetable oil for frying
Description
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Place floured chicken pieces on a wire rack set over a baking sheet, reserving remaining flour in bag. Chill chicken in the refrigerator 45 minutes or until flour looks pasty.