Southern Fried Chicken with Sweet Potato Fries

Yes, your diet may go off the rails with this one, but it’s so worth it. (Plus, we give you a baked version for the wary.) Balancing the fried with the fiber-rich will help. This recipe describes how to make perfect fried chicken, without any special equipment — flakey, crispy, and cooked evenly. Serve with sweet potato fries and collard green salad.