Wash and thoroughly dry chicken pieces and place in single layer in pan. Liberally salt and pepper chicken pieces on both sides. Sprinkle flour over chicken in pan. Toss chicken to coat well in flour.
Meanwhile, heat peanut oil in a large iron skillet. Place chicken pieces, skin side down in hot oil. Cook for approximately 10 minutes or until skin is pale golden brown. Turn chicken over and cook for 10 minutes on second side. Turn chicken pieces once more, reduce heat to medium low, cover and cook approximately 10-15 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
Remove chicken to paper towel lined plate and allow to drain for about 5 minutes.