Crispy Skillet Fried Chicken with Creamy Coleslaw

Ingredients

Fried Chicken

• 3 pieces of chicken (2 legs and 1 thigh, or any preferred combination)
• 1 egg
• 1 tbsp hot sauce
• 1/2 tsp adobo
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
• 1/2 tsp Mrs. Dash
• 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1 tbsp corn starch
• 1 tsp cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• Oil for frying (corn oil used here; vegetable or peanut oil also work)

Coleslaw

• 1 bag coleslaw mix (store-bought)
• 1/2 cup mayo
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp vinegar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp sugar

These ingredients create a balanced meal: crisp fried chicken with a seasoned crust, creamy coleslaw with a hint of tang, and mashed potatoes with gravy to round out the plate. The seasonings in the flour mix ensure plenty of flavor, while the marinade helps tenderize and bind the coating.

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