Lemon Fried Chicken Recipe
Fried chicken with a tangy lemon flavor.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, mix lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano to create the marinade.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
Breading the Chicken
- 3
Prepare the Breading
In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Shake off excess flour.
Frying the Chicken
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Cook for about 8-10 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- 7
