Description
Crisco Fried Chicken is your ticket to crispy, golden-brown chicken that evokes nostalgia and warmth. This beloved recipe combines tender chicken pieces with a perfectly seasoned flour coating, fried in Crisco for an unforgettable crunch. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or enjoying a cozy weeknight dinner, this dish promises satisfaction with every bite. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a comforting meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups Crisco shortening
Instructions
- Set up your kitchen with a large bowl for mixing and a deep frying pot.
- In the bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the seasoned flour until well coated.
- Heat Crisco in the pot over medium-high heat to about 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully place coated chicken pieces into the hot oil; fry for 12-15 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer cooked chicken to paper towels to drain excess oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of fried chicken (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg