Charlie's Country Fried Chicken

Ingredients:

• 1 chicken (about 1800 g), cut into 8 pieces
• Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Soybean or canola oil for deep frying
• 2 cups of milk
• 3 eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 cups of flour

Preparation:

1. In a bowl or resealable plastic bag, season the chicken with 1 tablespoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of pepper, and garlic powder. Seal and refrigerate for 24 hours.
2. In a deep 12-inch cast iron skillet, add 1/2 to 1 inch of oil and heat until a pinch of salt begins to sizzle (about 350 degrees Fahrenheit). Place a wire rack on a baking sheet with high edges and set the pan aside.
   
   In a bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs. Place the flour in a separate bowl. Dip the chicken in the egg batter, letting any excess drip off, then dredge in the flour, shaking off any excess.
3. Place the chicken in batches, skin side down, in the pan and fry for 3 minutes without moving the meat.
   
   Continue frying, turning the chicken every 1-2 minutes to ensure even browning. Cook for 11-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
   
   Place on a wire rack fried chickenLet the excess fat drain. Serve hot, warm, or at room temperature.