Southern Fried Chicken ​

Servings: 12

Ingredients

	2 cups all-purpose flour
	2 (3 pound) whole chicken, cut into pieces
	salt to taste
	ground black pepper to taste
	2 teaspoons paprika
	8 cups vegetable oil for frying

Directions

Step 1 Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika. Roll in flour.

Step 2 Add 1/2 to 3/4 inch oil to a big, heavy skillet. Heat to approximately 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Place chicken pieces in hot oil. Cover, and fry until golden, turning once 15 to 20 minutes. Drain in some recoverable format towels.