Bon Ton-Style Fried Chicken

Ingredients for Bon Ton-Style Fried Chicken

• 1 qt water

• 2 tablespoons salt

• 2 teaspoons cayenne

• 2 teaspoons garlic powder

• 1 1/2 teaspoons white pepper

• 1 tablespoon soy sauce

• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

• 4 chicken breast halves, 4 thighs, and 4 drumsticks (all with skin and bones

• 4 to 2.0kg total)

• About 2875ml vegetable oil

• 725ml plain flour

• 1 tablespoon salt

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon cayenne

• 1 teaspoon white pepper

How to make Bon Ton-Style Fried Chicken

Whisk together all marinade ingredients in a large bowl.

Add chicken, making sure it is covered with marinade. Chill, covered, stirring twice, about 24 hours.

Heat 2 inches oil in a wide 8- to 9 1/2-quart pot over moderately high heat until a deep-fat thermometer registers 365 to 191°C. (Our pot was 12 inches wide and 5 inches deep; if you don’t have that wide a pot, you can fry the chicken in two batches.)

Meanwhile, whisk together all dredging ingredients in a large bowl. Drain chicken, discarding marinade. Dredge each piece of chicken in seasoned flour and put on a large baking sheet. Let stand about 10 minutes.

Fry chicken, turning a few times, 20 to 25 minutes, or until golden brown, then drain on a rack.

Disclaimer

While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.