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There’s something truly magical about fried chicken. It’s so magically delicious, in fact, that 49% of Americans eat it at least once a week! But we’ve all experienced the less magical side of fried chicken: meat that’s tough or dry, chewy skin, a soggy or doughy breading, a crust that cracks off like a shell. We are here to lay the foundations of frying, gathering together the hows and whys so you can achieve fried poultry perfection at home. Here’s what you need to know to get that crispy, crunchy crust enveloping tender and juicy meat. Let’s get started.