Fried Chicken Legs

5.0 ( reviews)
Prep Time: 5
Cook Time: 30
Serves: 3
medium
appetizer
american
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Fried Chicken Legs

Craving that irresistible crunch and juicy tenderness? Sink your teeth into these **fried chicken legs**, a **crispy fried chicken** sensation ready in just 35 minutes! This **easy fried chicken** recipe brings classic American comfort food to your table, perfect for a quick, **high-protein chicken** meal that's also shellfish-, fish-, nut-, and sesame-free.

Dietary Information

shellfish-free
fish-free
nut-free
sesame-free
high-protein
flexitarian

Servings:

3
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. 1

    Combine mayonnaise, mustard, tabasco sauce, salt and spices in a deep bowl to make a marinade.

  2. 2

    Dry the chicken legs with paper towels and add to the marinade. Toss so the legs are completely covered. If you have time, you can cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1-2 hours or overnight.

  3. 3

    Pour frying oil into a deep frying pan and heat to 350 degrees F / 180 degrees C.

  4. 4

    Just before cooking, add flour into a bowl and dredge the chicken legs. Roll the legs on all sides so that it is completely covered with flour.

  5. 5

    Place the chicken into the hot oil. Fry the legs for 10-12 minutes, gradually turning them. Check with an instant read digital meat thermometer to ensure doneness.

  6. 6

    Transfer the cooked chicken to paper towels or a baking rack to drain the excess oil.

Nutrition Information
Per serving
NutrientAmount
Calories515 kcal
Protein52 g
Fat25 g
Sodium808 mg
Fiber1 g
Sugar0 g

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