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Southern Fried Chicken


You can cut this recipe in half.

2 (3 to 3-1/2 lb.) broiler-fryers, cut up
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1-2/3 cups all purpose flour
1-1/2 teaspoons baking powder
Vegetable oil

Rub chicken pieces with 1 teaspoon salt; set aside.

Combine flour, baking powder, and remaining 1 teaspoon salt in a plastic or paper bag; shake to mix well. Place 2 or 3 pieces of chicken in bag; shake well. Repeat procedure with remaining chicken.

Heat 3 to 4 inches of oil to 375 deg.; add chicken, and fry until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

Yield: 8 servings.