Pollo Fritto per Hanukkah (Fried Chicken for Hanukkah)
Servings
4– 6 people
Servings
4– 6 people
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Combine the chicken, lemon zest and juice, garlic, 1 tsp salt, pepper, cinnamon, and thyme in a large bowl with a tight-fitting lid. Cover the bowl and shake to coat the chicken. Refrigerate for at least 1 and up to 2 hours (not longer, or the meat will be tough once cooked).
  2. Fill a Dutch oven or large deep cast-iron pan with 1-1/2 in [4 cm] of oil and set over medium heat until the oil reaches 375°F [190°C] on an instant-read thermometer. Meanwhile, line a large plate with several layers of paper towels and set aside. Stir together the flour, onion powder, and garlic powder in a wide shallow bowl. Beat the eggs in another bowl.
  3. Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade and brush off any garlic or lemon zest. Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture on both sides, shaking off the excess. Dip in the egg to coat, allowing the excess to drip off, then dip once more in the flour. Working in batches, if necessary, add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil and fry, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes per batch. An instant-read thermometer stuck into the deepest part of a thigh should read 165°F [75°C]. If frying in batches, add additional oil to the pan as necessary. Transfer the fried chicken to the prepared plate to drain and sprinkle with a little more salt. Serve immediately. Store leftovers, covered, in the fridge for up to 3 days.