Funky Fried Chicken

Name: Funky Fried Chicken
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6-8 serving(s)
Ingredients: canola oil, for frying; 2 tablespoons granulated garlic; 2 tablespoons granulated onion; 2 tablespoons kosher salt, plus additional for seasoning; 2 tablespoons fresh ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon cayenne; 1 tablespoon paprika; 2 (3 1/2 lb) whole chickens, cut into 10 pieces each and trimmed of fat; 4 cups all-purpose flour

Submitted by Kat's Mom

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Ready In:: 45mins
Ingredients:: 9
Serves:: 6-8

ingredients

canola oil, for frying
2 tablespoons granulated garlic
2 tablespoons granulated onion
2 tablespoons kosher salt, plus additional for seasoning
2 tablespoons fresh ground black pepper
1 tablespoon cayenne
1 tablespoon paprika
2 (3 1/2 lb) whole chickens, cut into 10 pieces each and trimmed of fat
4 cups all-purpose flour

directions

In a large skillet, add canola oil over medium heat.
In a small bowl, mix together all spices.
Use 1/2 of mix to season chicken.
Let seasoned chicken sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
In a large bowl, add flour and remaining seasoning mix.
Toss chicken with seasoned flour and add to hot oil, 1 piece at a time.
Cover pan with foil.
Remove foil after 8 to 10 minutes and flip chicken.
Cook until the chicken is golden brown.
Remove from fryer to a paper towel-lined sheet tray.
Season with salt, if desired, and serve.

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