How to Make Picnic Fried Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are few culinary delights as satisfying as biting into a crispy, juicy piece of fried chicken. Whether it's a warm summer day, a family gathering, or a leisurely picnic in the park, fried chicken is a classic dish that never fails to please. And if you're looking for the perfect recipe to bring to your next outdoor excursion, look no further than this mouthwatering Picnic Fried Chicken recipe.

Featuring a blend of flavorful herbs and spices and a perfectly crispy coating, this f...

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Ingredients

  • 2 (2 pound) whole chickens, cut up
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons pepper
  • 3 cups shortening
  • 2 teaspoons salt

Information

  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • RINSE chicken with cold water; pat dry, and set aside.
  • WHISK together milk and egg in a bowl. Combine flour, 2 tablespoons salt, and pepper in a heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag.
  • DIP 2 chicken pieces in milk mixture. Place in plastic bag; seal and shake to coat. Remove chicken; repeat procedure with remaining pieces.
  • MELT shortening in a Dutch oven over medium heat; heat to 350 degrees. Fry chicken, in batches, 10 minutes on each side or until done and golden brown. Drain on paper towels. Sprinkle evenly with 2 teaspoons salt.