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Introduction

In this tutorial, you'll learn how to make ultra-crispy pan-fried chicken legs, a delicious recipe from celebrity chef Ricky. Using a Japanese cast iron skillet, this method promises juicy chicken with incredibly crispy skin, perfect for a flavorful meal.

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken Legs

• Select Fresh Ingredients: Use two whole chicken legs, preferably from a three-yellow chicken for extra flavor and fat content.
• Make Incisions: Slightly score the skin of the chicken legs. This helps render fat and achieve a crispier texture.
• Season: Rub salt generously on the chicken legs and let them rest for at least 30 minutes to allow the seasoning to penetrate.

Step 2: Preheat the Cast Iron Skillet

• Choose the Right Pan: Use a thin Japanese cast iron skillet (Vermicular) known for its excellent heat conduction.
• Heat the Skillet: Preheat the skillet on low heat before adding the chicken legs. This ensures even cooking without burning.

Step 3: Cooking the Chicken Legs

• Initial Cooking: Place the chicken legs skin-side down in the skillet.
  • Cook uncovered for 4 minutes to start rendering the fat and crisping the skin.
• Check Temperature: After 4 minutes, check the internal temperature of the chicken.
• Cover and Continue Cooking: Cover the skillet and cook for another 4 minutes.

Final Cooking Adjustments

• After covering, check the temperature again. If it’s adequate, reduce the heat slightly and cover for an additional 4 minutes.
• At this point, the total cooking time should be around 12 minutes for perfect doneness.

Step 4: Prepare Accompaniments

Prepare Ingredients: While the chicken is cooking, gather the following ingredients

• 200g pasta sauce
• 10 cherry tomatoes
• 10 black olives
• 4g basil
• 4 chili peppers
• 100g fusilli pasta
• 50g salad greens
• 100g chicken broth
• Cook Pasta: In a separate pot, cook the fusilli according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Step 5: Serve the Dish

• Plate the Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken legs from the skillet and let them rest for a few minutes.

Assemble the Plate

• Combine the pasta with the sauce, cherry tomatoes, olives, basil, and chili.
• Serve the crispy chicken legs alongside the pasta mixture and salad greens.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can achieve deliciously crispy chicken legs that are juicy on the inside and packed with flavor. Enjoy your meal, and consider exploring more recipes that utilize your cast iron skillet for versatile cooking techniques!