How to Make Mom's Old-Fashioned Fried Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the taste of old-fashioned fried chicken, and when it comes to classic comfort food, my mom's recipe always hits the spot. The aroma of crispy, golden-brown chicken sizzling in the pan never fails to bring back fond memories of family gatherings and Sunday dinners. This timeless recipe has been passed down through generations, and it never fails to impress with its irresistible combination of juicy, tender meat and a perfectly seasoned, crunchy exterior.

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Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 (4 pound) chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 quart vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
  • 1 cup sherry

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Combine flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a brown paper bag. Add chicken pieces, one at a time, to flour mixture; shake the bag to coat evenly. Place coated chicken on a tray.
  • Heat 1 inch oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken in hot oil until golden brown and no longer pink in the center. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer chicken to a paper towel-lined plate. Drain oil from the skillet.
  • Return chicken to the skillet and drizzle with sherry. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    1768 cal.

    • Total Fat: 170g
    • Saturated Fat: 25g
    • Cholesterol: 129mg
    • Sodium: 364mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 42g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 408mg