4th of July Fried Chicken

• lbs chicken, cut into pieces↗3 lbs
• cup buttermilk↗1 cup
• cup flour↗1⁄2 cup
• teaspoon salt↗1 teaspoon
• teaspoon ground sage↗1⁄2 teaspoon
• teaspoon paprika↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• teaspoon pepper↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• eggs, beaten with↗2

  beaten with

• tablespoon water↗1 tablespoon
• cup breadcrumbs↗1 cup
• oil (for frying, I use corn oil)

  (for frying, I use corn oil)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Rinse chicken pieces, pat dry and place in a shallow dish for marinating.

2. 2

   Pour buttermilk over chicken and marinate for 30 minutes, turning occasionally.

3. 3

   Combine flour, salt, sage, paprika and pepper in paper bag.

4. 4

   Add chicken and shake to cover.

5. 5

   Dip chicken in egg and roll in breadcrumbs.

6. 6

   Let stand for 15 minutes.

7. 7

   Pour oil into large skillet to a depth of 1 inch and heat to 375°F or until water spatters when sprinkled on oil.

8. 8

   Add chicken legs and thighs first.

9. 9

   Fry until browned about 10-12 minutes before adding remaining pieces, frying another 10 minutes or until brown.

10. 10

    Drain chicken on paper towels before serving.