Southern Fried Chicken Thighs

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Southern Fried Chicken Thighs
10 boneless/skinless chicken thighs
2 cups low fat buttermilk
1 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tbs kosher salt
4 tsp black pepper
4 cups all-purpose flour, for dredging
canola or peanut oil, for frying
In a mixing bowl combine the chicken, buttermilk, paprika, cayenne, and half the salt and black pepper. Mix well and refrigerate for 2 hours to marinate.
Add the flour, and remaining salt and black pepper, to a baking dish. Using tongs, remove the chicken, 2-3 pieces at a time and coat well in the seasoned flour. Be sure to press the flour into the meat cover completely. Shake off excess and reserve on a baking sheet.
When all the chicken is dredged in the flour, add about an inch of oil to a heavy frying pan. Over medium-high flame, heat the oil to 375°. Test by dropping a small piece of coating from the chicken into the oil. The coating will bubble and begin to fry. Add the chicken and cook for 7-8 min per side, until the outside is browned and the meat is cooked through. Serve immediately, or hold in a warm oven if doing in batches. Serves 10

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