July 6 - National Fried Chicken Day

Happy National Fried Chicken Day! On July 6 in the United States, any and all chicken lovers across the country recognize today by feasting at a nearby restaurant, home, or an outdoor picnic. 

Scottish immigrants brought their tradition of deep-frying chicken in fat to the southern United States. 

After its introduction to the American South, fried chicken soon became a staple. Over time, cooks added seasonings and spices to enrich the flavor of the chicken. 

"I've always had two rules: do all you can and do it the best you can." ~ Colonel Sanders 

 

 Fried chicken is a dish consisting of chicken pieces floured or battered, then pan-fried, deep-fried or pressure-fried.  

 
The breading adds a crisp coating to the exterior of the chicken. Knowing how to get a good crisp on the chicken may seem elusive to some.  

However, some of the best cooks will tell you the keys to achieving the crispiest fried chicken involves seasoning well and early in the process, adding starch to your flour and frying your chicken at the right temperature.  

The oil should be 300°F. Finally, let the chicken rest before serving to allow the juices to be absorbed back into the meat. Just like beef and pork, the chicken will be more tender when we allow it to rest.  

Traditionally the chicken is fried in lard. However, corn oil, peanut oil, canola oil, or vegetable oil are also frequently used. 

“The best comfort food will always be greens, cornbread and fried chicken.” ~ African-American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist Maya Angelou 

HOW TO OBSERVE 

 

Use the batter mix as you try this fried chicken recipe provided by National Day Calendar® below. Serve it with your favorite side dishes as well.

 

https://www.amazon.com/Louisiana-Fish-Fry-Seasoned-22-Ounce/dp/B007UHSEY0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?dchild=1&keywords=fried+chicken&qid=1593618400&sr=8-4&linkCode=sl1&tag=zoovioinc.-20&linkId=384df3a7bef6f9a803e8acf7ed32c229&language=en_US 

https://www.nationaldaycalendar.com/crispy-fried-chicken/ 

Potato salad, cornbread, greens, or watermelon. And be sure to share! Invite some friends over, make some fried chicken, and share photos on social media using #NationalFriedChickenDay. 

“Fried chicken just tend to make you feel better about life.” ~ Minnie Jackson from the 2011 American period drama film The Help 

HISTORY 

National Day Calendar® continues researching the origins of this food holiday. 

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