Hear me out. When you bake a cake, you set a timer for 30 minutes. But you also check it with a toothpick. Frying is the exact same thing—except your "oven" is hot oil, and your "toothpick" is a fork or thermometer.
How Long Do You Cook Fried Chicken Legs On The Stove at Darrell Coria blog
You’re not just counting minutes; you’re reading the food. A little wiggle in the meat? Needs more time. A golden crust that feels firm? You’re likely done. Trust your senses over a recipe’s guess, because every stove and every pan is a little different.