Ingredients
chicken1 whole
Neutral frying oil2 quarts
Egg white1
flour1.5 cups
brown sugar1 tablespoon
Salt1 tablespoon
paprika1 tablespoon
Onion salt2 teaspoons
chili powder1 teaspoon
black pepper1 teaspoon
Celery salt0.5 teaspoon
Sage0.5 teaspoon
Garlic powder0.5 teaspoon
Allspice0.5 teaspoon
Oregano0.5 teaspoon
Basil0.5 teaspoon
Marjoram0.5 teaspoon
Instructions
Steps
- Preheat your fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, thoroughly combine all the spices: paprika, onion salt, chili powder, black pepper, celery salt, sage, garlic powder, allspice, oregano, basil, and marjoram.
- Mix the spice blend with 1 1/2 cups of flour, 1 tablespoon of brown sugar, and 1 tablespoon of salt.
- Take the egg white from 1 egg and lightly coat the chicken pieces in it.
- Transfer the coated chicken to the flour mixture and ensure it's well-covered. Repeat this process for all chicken pieces.
- Allow the coated chicken to rest for about 5 minutes to help the crust adhere better.
- Fry the chicken in batches: breasts and wings will take about 12-14 minutes, while legs and thighs may need a bit longer. Use a meat thermometer to check that it reaches 165°F (74°C) in the thickest part.
- Once cooked, place the chicken on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot.