Fried Chicken by My Dad, Jos Rodrigue

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 15
Fried Chicken by My Dad, Jos Rodrigue
in Main

Prep

20 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

70 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 chicken , cut up
18 salted soda crackers , well crushed
2 cups flour
1 tablespoon black pepper
2 tablespoons garlic powder
1 tablespoon ground savory
1 tablespoon barbecue seasoning
3 eggs , well beaten with
some milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
295
Sugar
1g
Fat
10g
Fried chicken is a classic Southern comfort food. This particular recipe was passed down from my dad, Jos Rodrigue, and has been a family favorite for generations. The unique crust made with saltine crackers gives it a satisfying crunch, while the spices used add depth of flavor. This recipe is perfect for a lazy Sunday afternoon or a special occasion. Serve it up with your favorite side dishes, like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or cornbread, and enjoy!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
2.Rinse chicken pieces well and pat dry.
3.In a large bowl, combine the crushed soda crackers, flour, black pepper, garlic powder, savory, and barbecue seasoning.
4.In a separate bowl, beat together the eggs and some milk.
5.Dip each chicken piece in the egg mixture, then coat with the cracker/flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere the breading.
6.Place the chicken pieces on a large baking sheet and bake for 40-50 minutes, until golden brown.
7.Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.

PROS

This fried chicken recipe is crispy and flavorful thanks to the mixture of soda crackers, flour, and spices used to coat the chicken pieces.

It’s perfect for a family dinner or a special occasion.

CONS

Fried chicken is high in calories and fat, and this recipe calls for deep-frying in oil which can be messy and time-consuming.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While fried chicken is not considered a healthy food, this recipe can be made healthier by baking the chicken instead of deep-frying it.
Chicken is a good source of protein and can be a healthy choice when prepared in a healthy way.

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