Country Fried Chicken

Contributor:  Zelda Roberts
CC Original

“Great for picnics!”

1 frying chicken, cut up
1/2 cup milk
1 egg
2 tsp MSG
1 cup flour
2 tsp garlic salt
1 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp poultry seasoning
1 tsp black pepper

Blend milk and egg.  Combine flour and seasonings in plastic bag.  Shake chicken pieces in seasoned flour.  Dip chicken in milk/egg mixture.  Shake chicken a second time in seasoning mixture to coat thoroughly.  Melt 1/2 inch to 1 inch shortening in heavy skillet.  Heat to 365 degrees.  Brown chicken on all sides.  Reduce heat to 275 degrees and cook until tender, turning frequently, about 30-40 minutes more.  Do not cover.  Drain on toweling.


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