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into about 8 pieces. Set a 4 lb (1.8 kg) chicken on a cutting board. Use a sharp chef's knife to cut the chicken into separate pieces. You should have drumsticks, thighs, wings, and breasts.  If the chicken breasts are large, cut them in half so they fry faster. To save time, purchase a cut-up chicken. You'll need around 4 pounds (1.8 kg) of pieces.

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Cut the chicken