Funky Fried Chicken 

Canola oil, for frying 
2 tablespoons granulated garlic 
2 tablespoons granulated onion 
2 tablespoons kosher salt, plus additional for seasoning 
2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper 
1 tablespoon cayenne 
1 tablespoon paprika 
2 (3 1/2-pound) whole chickens, cut into 10 pieces each and trimmed of fat 
4 cups all-purpose flour 

In a large skillet, add canola oil over medium heat. 
In a small bowl, mix together all spices. Use 1/2 of mix to season chicken. 
Let seasoned chicken sit at room temperature for 15 minutes. 

In a large bowl, add flour and remaining seasoning mix. 
Toss chicken with seasoned flour and add to hot oil, 1 piece at a time. 
Cover pan with foil. Remove foil after 8 to 10 minutes and flip chicken. 
Cook until the chicken is golden brown. 
Remove from fryer to a paper towel-lined sheet tray. 
Season with salt, if desired, and serve.