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Chicken Fried Chicken With Gravy

A crispy, savory comfort food classic, Chicken Fried Chicken With Gravy features perfectly fried chicken breasts paired with rich, creamy gravy. Perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with almond or soy milk.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying About ½ inch in a frying pan.
For the Gravy
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour For the gravy.
  • Milk (as needed for gravy)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by marinating the boneless chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper to create a seasoned flour mixture.
  3. Heat about ½ inch of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat until hot.
  4. Remove each chicken breast from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge it in the seasoned flour.
Cooking
  1. Carefully place the coated chicken breasts into the hot oil and fry each side for about 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  2. Remove the chicken from the pan and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
  3. In the same pan, melt 2 tablespoons of butter and whisk in 2 tablespoons of flour, cooking until lightly browned.
  4. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and cook until the gravy thickens, adding milk as needed for desired consistency.
Serving
  1. Drizzle the gravy over the crispy chicken and serve hot.

Notes

For even cooking, let the chicken rest at room temperature for about 15 minutes before frying. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.