Ingredients:

• 2.5lbs. flour
• 2 whole chickens
• 1/3 cup garlic powder
• 1/3 cup onion powder
• 1/3 cup Ben's Heffer Dust
• 2 tbsp black pepper

Frying Oil:

• 3 smoked ham hocks
• 10lbs. shortening
• 2lbs. lard

Instructions:

• Set Matador to medium heat.
• Place all ingredients for oil into Matador and heat for 25 minutes.
• Once oil mixture is melted, remove ham hocks and make sure oil is at 350°F.
• Mix all dry ingredients together.
• Separate wings, legs, thighs, and breasts from chicken.
• Place chicken in flour mixture and toss, letting rest for 5 minutes.
• Slowly add chicken to oil and cook until golden brown (12-15 minutes).
• Remove and place on paper towel to drain excess grease.

Note:

Be sure to roll chicken constantly to ensure a golden brown color and crispy texture.