Ingredients
Everything you'll need to make this recipe
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2 ea. skinless chicken thighs, legs, and boneless skinless chicken breasts
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½ cup adobo sauce
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¼ cup freshly-squeezed lime juice
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Cornmeal as needed
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1 lb vegetable shortening
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3 tbsp chipotle powder
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2 tsp cayenne pepper
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1 tbsp garlic powder
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2 tbsp smoked paprika
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2 tbsp salt
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1 tbsp black pepper
Instructions
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Combine adobo sauce and lime juice and pour over chicken. Refrigerate overnight.
2
Remove chicken from adobo mixture. Combine the seasoning ingredients, and sprinkle over chicken.
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Dredge chicken in cornmeal. Let rest for 2–3 minutes.
2–3 minutes
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Meanwhile, heat shortening in a large cast-iron skillet to 350°F. Place breasts and legs around the edges, then place thighs in the center.
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Cook for 12 minutes per side. Drain on a cooling rack and serve.
12 minutes