Southern Fried Chicken

Ingridients

1 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces

1 cup all-purpose flour

salt to taste

ground black pepper to taste

1 teaspoon paprika

1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Prep 15 m

Cook 20 m

Ready In 35 m

Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika. Roll in flour.

Add 1/2 to 3/4 inch oil to a large, heavy skillet. Heat to approximately 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Place chicken pieces in hot oil. Cover, and fry until golden, turning once, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain on paper towels.