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Nutrition Facts

Calories 496
  Calories from Fat 170 (34%)
(29%)Total Fat 19g
(14%)Saturated Fat 3g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 11g
(58%)Cholesterol 175mg
(46%)Sodium 1115mg
(15%)Potassium 539mg
Total Carbohydrate 48g
(0%)Dietary Fiber 0g
Sugars 0g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
(68%)Protein 34g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Nutrition facts are calculated by a food expert using nutritional values provided by the USDA for common products used as recipe ingredients. Actual nutritional values may differ depending on the amounts or products used and can be affected by cooking methods.

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Southern Fried Chicken

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil for frying

  • 2 eggs, beaten

  • 2 Tbs Southern spice blend (or Cajun seasoning), divided

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

A foolproof way to make everyone's favorite fried dish.

Directions

  • Preheat oil for frying.
  • Prepare the chicken. Beat the eggs in a bowl and add 1 tablespoon of the seasoning to the eggs; mix thoroughly.
  • Pour the eggs over the chicken in a bowl and let this set, covered for about 15 minutes.
  • Mix the flour and the other 1 tablespoon of seasoning together.
  • Dredge the chicken in the flour and fry at 350°F over medium heat until the chicken is golden brown.
  • You can check the internal temperature of the chicken to make sure it is 165°F. Drain the chicken on paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.

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