[Anonymous]

The Absolute Best Southern Fried Chicken

One 3 1/2 pound chicken , cut into eighths
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup all- purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 cup vegetable oil

directions:
Rinse the chicken and pat dry. In a small bowl, combine the salt, 1 teaspoon of the black pepper and the garlic powder. Sprinkle over the chicken. Let stand at least 30 minutes or even better, overnight in the refrigerator ( don't deviate this is the key to this recipe)

Place the flour, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and paprika into a plastic bag. Add the seasoned chicken and shake until each piece is covered with the flour.

In a large skillet, heat the oil over high heat until it bubbles when a little flour is sprinkled in. Add the chicken pieces and reduce the heat to medium. Cook for 7 to 10 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from the skillet and drain on paper towels before serving.