Description
Country Fried Chicken with Creamy Gravy is a heartwarming dish that brings comfort to your table. With a crispy, golden exterior coating juicy chicken, all drenched in a rich, creamy gravy, this classic recipe evokes nostalgia and warmth. Perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners, every bite promises an unforgettable experience filled with savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 cups cooking oil (for frying)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
- 3 tbsp reserved flour (from dredging)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least one hour (overnight is best).
- In a shallow bowl, mix flour with salt, pepper, and paprika. Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off before dredging in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (around 350°F/175°C). Fry chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- For the gravy, melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Whisk in reserved flour until bubbly and slightly browned (about 2 minutes).
- Gradually add heavy cream and chicken broth while whisking to avoid lumps. Cook until thickened (about 3-5 minutes).
- Season gravy to taste with salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with gravy (150g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg