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Deep frying Chicken in a Cast Iron Pan is the most traditional way this dish is cooked in the South. Delicious pieces of Chicken are breaded in a heavily seasoned coating and then fried in a large Cast Iron Skillet until crispy and golden-brown. This technique of cooking is, in our opinion, not only the easiest way to make Fried Chicken, but also the tastiest. Cast Iron Fried Chicken is simply loaded with flavor, and the Chicken itself will come out so deliciously tender and juicy. Simply put, this is a recipe you just have to try!

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Why is a Cast Iron Skillet so good for frying?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every kitchen should own a Cast Iron Skillet. They are unbelievably sturdy and will last a lifetime if taken care of properly. They\u2019re easily one of the most important items in any kitchen because of their versatility

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Cast Iron is not only incredibly durable, but it conducts heat better than any other material. Whichi s perfect when it comes to cooking dishes on the stovetop. The heat will stay constant and even throughout the pan, ensuring a good, even cook throughout. It\u2019s heavy material also allows for frying with no risk of damaging the pan, making it a perfect tool for Fried Chicken

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While not used in this recipe, Cast Iron Skillets are also oven safe. So, if you\u2019ve got a dish that requires pan frying and then finishing off in the oven (like a thick cut piece of Ribeye for instance), you can\u2019t beat using a Cast Iron

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They\u2019re incredibly cheap to purchase too and given they\u2019ll last a lifetime if properly taken care of, it will be one of the best purchases you make for your home!

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How to make Cast Iron Fried Chicken<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Like any good Fried Chicken recipe, we start things off by preparing the Chicken! For this recipe we recommend that you use a Whole Chicken that you can butcher at home. This is by far and away the most cost-effective way to buy Chicken, and it\u2019s perfect for this recipe as we use every piece of the Chicken

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There are lots of different videos out there on how to properly butcher a Chicken at home, however this video here is the one I recommend. Follow this video and use the sharpest knife you have, and the process will be simple

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