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Traditional Austrian Backhendl: Pat Skin-On Chicken Dry, Coat Flour-Egg-Breadcrumbs and Deep-Fry Crisp to 74°C (Step Guide Must Show Breadcrumb Coating and Frying; Do Not Rinse Raw Chicken)
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Austria
40 minutes
Serves 4

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Traditional Austrian Backhendl: Pat Skin-On Chicken Dry, Coat Flour-Egg-Breadcrumbs and Deep-Fry Crisp to 74°C (Step Guide Must Show Breadcrumb Coating and Frying; Do Not Rinse Raw Chicken)
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Pat the skin-on chicken pieces thoroughly dry with paper towels; do not rinse raw chicken, then season with salt and pepper.
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4 skin-on chicken pieces (thighs or drumsticks)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
2 cups breadcrumbs
Salt to taste
Black pepper to taste
Oil for frying (such as canola or vegetable oil)
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Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken for an even crispiness.
Do not overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if necessary to maintain temperature.
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