Fried Chicken

By srumbel

Easy family dinner ideas just got better with this classic Fried Chicken recipe. Simple and great paired with mashed potatoes or bacon wrapped green beans.
from recipegirl.com

Ingredients

• 1 package (usually about 8 pieces) chicken thighs with skin
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 tablespoon salt
• Vegetable or Canola Oil for the pan

Preparation

Step 1

Combine the chicken, flour and seasonings in a large gallon size zip top bag- seal and shake well until the chicken is coated.
Add oil to a large deep skillet until it's approximately 1/4-inch deep; heat over medium-high heat.
Carefully add the chicken to the hot oil and cook about 10 minutes or until light brown on all sides.
Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer 35 to 40 minutes turning the chicken at least once or twice.
Cook until the juices run clear and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Remove the lid during the last 5 minutes to crisp the chicken.
Remove from heat and transfer chicken to a paper towel lined plate to drain.

Tips:

If you are unable to cover the pan tightly, carefully add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water to your frying oil.
You can also add the flour mixture to a bowl and dredge your chicken that way, but I have found the zip top bag method to be quick, clean and easy.

Yield:
8 pieces