Ingredients

  • 3 large baking potatoes (about 2 pounds total)
  • 12 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 lbs roasting chickens, cut into eight pieces
  • 1 large egg white
  • 12 cup breadcrumbs
  • 14 cup whole wheat flour
  • 2 teaspoons cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
  • salt

Method

  • Position 2 racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven and preheat to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Slice the potatoes into 1/3-inch-thick fries.
  • Place on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, toss to coat, then arrange evenly.
  • Bake in the upper third of the oven until crisp and golden, about 40 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, remove and discard the skin from the chicken, except for the wings.
  • In a large bowl, beat the egg white until frothy.
  • Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, mix the bread crumbs, flour, Cajun seasoning, and paprika; season with salt.
  • Coat chicken with the crumbs and transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
  • In a large, heavy skillet, heat 3 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add 4 chicken pieces and cook, turning once, until golden, about 3 minutes.
  • Transfer to a clean baking sheet and repeat with the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil and 4 pieces of chicken.
  • On the bottom rack of the oven, bake the chicken until cooked through and crisp, about 22 minutes.
  • Season the fries with salt and serve with the chicken.