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Country Fried Chicken and Gravy Recipe

Country Fried Chicken and Gravy Recipe

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  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 people 1x
  • Category: Frying
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in this classic comfort food with a recipe for crispy Country Fried Chicken and creamy gravy. Perfectly seasoned and fried to golden perfection, this dish is sure to satisfy your cravings.


Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • Salt, pepper, garlic powder
  • 2/3 cup of oil

For the Flour Mixture:

  • 1 cup of flour
  • 2 tsp each of salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, steak seasoning

For the Egg Mixture:

  • 1 cup of milk
  • 1 egg

For the Gravy:

  • 2 TBSP of butter
  • 1/3 cup of grease from frying chicken
  • 1/3 cup of flour
  • 3 cups of milk

Instructions

  1. Cut and Season Chicken: Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  2. Prepare Flour Mixture: Mix flour, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and steak seasoning.
  3. Make Egg Mixture: Combine milk and egg in a bowl.
  4. Dredge Chicken: Coat chicken in flour, then egg, and back in flour.
  5. Fry Chicken: Fry seasoned chicken in hot oil until golden brown and fully cooked.
  6. Make Gravy: Create a roux with grease and flour, then add milk, stirring until thickened.
  7. Serve: Pour gravy over fried chicken and enjoy!

Notes

  • Make sure oil is hot enough for frying to ensure a crispy crust.
  • Adjust seasoning in the flour mixture according to your preference.
  • For a smoother gravy, whisk constantly while adding milk.