Crispy Lemon-Fried Chicken Recipe

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Crispy Lemon-Fried Chicken
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Directions:

  1. Place chicken pieces in a large bowl; add 3 teaspoons salt, lemon juice and enough water to cover chicken. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  2. Drain thoroughly. In a resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, paprika, pepper and remaining salt. Add chicken pieces; seal bag and toss to coat.
  3. In a large skillet, heat 1/2 in. of oil to 375°. Add chicken; brown on all sides, about 20 minutes. Reduce heat. Carefully add water; cover and cook for 20 minutes or until juices run clear. Uncover; cook 10 minutes longer or until chicken is crisp. Yield: 6-8 servings.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 577.14 Kcal (2416 kJ)
Calories from fat 82.09 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 9.12g 14%
Cholesterol 594.09mg 198%
Sodium 1531.57mg 64%
Potassium 534.53mg 11%
Total Carbs 69.25g 23%
Sugars 0.27g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.15g 1%
Protein 46.2g 92%
Vitamin C 39.3mg 65%
Vitamin A 6.8mg 227%
Iron 13.7mg 76%
Calcium 25.6mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 159.63 Kcal (668 kJ)
Calories from fat 22.71 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2.52g 14%
Cholesterol 164.32mg 198%
Sodium 423.62mg 64%
Potassium 147.85mg 11%
Total Carbs 19.16g 23%
Sugars 0.07g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0.04g 1%
Protein 12.78g 92%
Vitamin C 10.9mg 65%
Vitamin A 1.9mg 227%
Iron 3.8mg 76%
Calcium 7.1mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Recipe Tags

Weightwatchers Points

  • 12.3
    Points
  • 14
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • low fat,
  • saturated fat free,
  • sugar free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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