How to Make Crispy Fried Chicken Skin - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of fried chicken, then you know that the best part is often the crispy, golden brown skin. It's the perfect combination of savory, salty, and crunchy, and it's a real treat for anyone who enjoys indulging in a little bit of fried goodness. But what if you could take that crispy chicken skin and elevate it to new heights? That's where this recipe for crispy fried chicken skin comes in. It takes the best part of fried chicken and turns it into a snack that's sure to be a hit at ...

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Ingredients

  • 5 chicken leg quarters, raw skin only
  • vegetable oil for frying
  • salt to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Place chicken skins in a large stockpot. Cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a cutting board. Using a sharp knife, scrape off excess fat and cut skin into 1/2-inch wide strips.
  • Place skin on a baking sheet and refrigerate, uncovered, for at least 8 hours.
  • Heat oil in a large stockpot to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lower a handful of skins carefully into the hot oil. Fry until crisp, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain and sprinkle with salt. Repeat with remaining chicken skin.
  • Nutrition

    144 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 22mg
    • Sodium: 60mg
    • Protein: 7g
    • Calcium: 4mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 60mg