Ingredients

  • 3 eggs
  • 1 c. milk
  • 1 tsp. poultry seasoning
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • freshly ground pepper
  • 8 chicken breast halves with bone
  • 1 (12 oz.) box cornflakes, finely crushed
  • 1/2 (10 oz.) box biscuit mix
  • vegetable oil (for frying)
  • juice of 1 lemon

Method

  • In a large bowl, beat eggs with milk, poultry seasoning, salt and pepper.
  • Add chicken pieces; refrigerate 1 hour.
  • In a plastic or paper bag, combine crushed cornflakes and biscuit mix.
  • Add chicken, a few pieces at a time; shake to coat well.
  • Place on a baking sheet and refrigerate chicken for 2 hours.
  • Heat 1 1/2 to 2 inches of oil in a large saucepan or deep-fat fryer to 375°.
  • Fry chicken in batches without crowding, turning, 5 minutes a side, until browned and crisp.
  • Remove chicken; drain on paper towels. Sprinkle lemon juice over chicken before serving.
  • Serves 4 to 8.