*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         Buttermilk Fried Chicken

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Poultry

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
     3/4   c            Buttermilk
   1       ts           Salt
     1/4   ts           Pepper
   2 1/2   lb           Chicken fryer or broiler
   1       c            Flour
   1 1/2   c            Vegetable oil

  Combine buttermilk, salt, and pepper; stir well. Skin cut up
  chicken, if desired. Place chicken in a shallow container and pour
  mixture over top. Cover and let stand 20 minutes, turning once.
  Remove chicken. Discard buttermilk.
  
  Dredge chicken in flour, coating well. Cook in hot oil (350°F)
  until browned, turning to brown both sides. Reduce heat to 275°F.
  Cover and cook 25 minutes. Uncover and cook an additional
  5 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
 

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