For the chicken:
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper
3-1/2- to 4-lb. chicken, cut into serving pieces
3/4 cup solid vegetable shortening, such as Crisco; more if needed

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To Fry A Whole Chicken, You’ll Need One Very Large, Heavy Skillet, Preferably Cast-iron, Or Two Medium Skillets. The Cream Gravy Is A Classic Southern Accompaniment, Especially If You're Serving The Chicken With Biscuits, Mashed Potatoes Or Rice, But If

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