I was always too intimidated to try fried chicken until I read Mark Bittman’s recipe for this simple method requires no deep frying, no multiple coatings and comes out perfect. This recipe includes a slightly spicy coating and is drizzled with honey.
Ingredients
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1 chicken cut into 8 pieces
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Peanut oil for frying
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2 teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon pepper
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2 teaspoon cayenne, divided
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3 cloves garlic, grated
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1 egg
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2 tablespoons water
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1 cup flour
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1 lemon cut into wedges
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1/2 cup honey
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1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
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In a large bowl mix the eggs, water, garlic, salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon cayenne together then toss with the chicken. Next, add the flour slowly and blend it in with your hands.
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In a large cast iron skillet add enough oil to come up about 1/2 inch and heat over medium-high
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Once the oil is hot, raise the heat to high and slowly add the chicken pieces. Cover the skillet (I use a sheet pan) and reduce the heat to medium-high. Cook for 7 minutes covered.
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Meanwhile add the honey, butter and remaining cayenne to small pot and heat over low heat.
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Uncover and turn the chicken and continue to cook uncovered for another 7 minutes. Turn and cook for another 5 minutes until both slides are golden brown.
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Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels. Drizzle with honey and serve with lemons.
Takes 30 minutes
Serves 4-6
