Southern Fried Chicken
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In the South, fried chicken is served with a creamy seasoned gravy. Our Test Kitchen home economists share their recipe here.
SERVINGS: 6
CATEGORY: Main Dish
METHOD: Other stovetop
TIME: Prep: 25 min. Cook: 45 min.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut up
- Oil for frying
- CREAMY GRAVY:
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 2-1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Directions:
In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first seven ingredients. In a shallow bowl, beat egg and milk. Dip chicken pieces into egg mixture, then add to flour mixture, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat.
In a large skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil; fry chicken until browned on all sides. Cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until juices run clear and chicken is tender, turning occasionally. Uncover and cook 5 minutes longer. Drain on paper towels and keep warm.
Drain skillet, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings. For gravy, in a small bowl, combine the flour, salt, thyme and pepper. Gradually whisk in milk and cream until smooth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken. Yield: 6 servings.