Crisco Fried Chicken

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the milk and egg. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large Ziplock bag, add flour, garlic salt, paprika, pepper, and poultry seasoning. Seal the bag and shake to combine.

Step 3

Add the chicken, a few pieces at a time. Shake well to coat.

Step 4

Dip the coated chicken in the milk-egg mixture. Place it back in the bag of flour mixture to coat.

Step 5

Cook the chicken using the skillet-fry (steps 6-or deep-fry (steps 8-method.

Step 6

To skillet-fry, add Crisco to a large skillet. Heat to 365 degrees Fahrenheit or medium-high heat, Once melted, the shortening should fill 1/2 to 2 inches of the skillet - add or reduce if needed.

Step 7

Cook the chicken on all sides until brown. Reduce heat to 275 degrees Fahrenheit or medium-low heat. Cook the chicken, flipping the pieces over several times, until tender, about 30 to 40 minutes. Transfer the fried chicken onto a wire rack with a piece of parchment paper underneath.

Step 8

To deep-fry, add Crisco to a deep-fryer. Heat the pan to 365 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 9

Fry the chicken until golden brown, about 15 to 18 minutes. Transfer the fried chicken onto a wire rack with a piece of parchment paper underneath.