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    Chicken Fried Chicken with Country Gravy

    Published: Aug 18, 2023 by Chef Dennis Littley

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    When you’re craving comfort food to soothe and fill your belly, my Chicken fried chicken with country gravy is just what you’re looking for. Just imagine tender, juicy chicken breasts seasoned to perfection, then pan fried to golden brown for a crispy, crunchy exterior that you’re whole family will love.

    Chicken fried chicken with country gravy on a white plate.

    My chicken fried chicken recipe with a white country gravy is Classic Southern comfort food at its best. Whether you serve it for dinner or breakfast it sure to bring smiles to your dinner table.

    If you love fried chicken, makes sure to check out my Fried Chicken Tenders and my Chicken version of authentic Wiener Schnitzel.

    Table of Contents:

    • Ingredients to make Chicken Fried Chicken
    • What is Chicken Fried Chicken?
    • How to make Chicken Fried Chicken
    • How to make White Country Gravy
    • Recipe FAQ’s
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    • Chicken Fried Chicken with Country Gravy
      • Ingredients
        • Chicken
        • Country Gravy
      • Instructions
        • Chicken
        • Country Gravy
      • Nutrition

    Ingredients to make Chicken Fried Chicken

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    Let’s start by gathering the simple ingredients we need to make Chicken Fried Chicken. In Chef Speak, this is called the “Mise en Place,” which translates to “Everything in its Place.”

    Not only does setting up your ingredients ahead of time speed up the cooking process, it also helps ensure you have everything you need to make the dish.

    What is Chicken Fried Chicken?

    Chicken fried chicken is Southern fried chicken that is made from boneless, skinless chicken breasts instead of chicken pieces. It is similar to chicken fried-steak, which uses beef cube steak instead of chicken.

    You can also use boneless skinless chicken thighs to make this dish.

    How to make Chicken Fried Chicken

    • Trim chicken breasts of any fat or skin.
    • Place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap on a cutting board and pound them thin using a meat mallet.
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    • Add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to a shallow bowl or plate.
    • Mix well to combine the seasoned flour.
    • Add the eggs and buttermilk to another shallow bowl.
    • Whisk to combine the egg buttermilk mixture.

    I didn’t use onion powder in my flour mixture, but feel free to add some. If you’re a fan of heat add a little cayenne pepper.

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    • Place the chicken pieces in the flour mixture, completely coating the breast.
    • Dip the floured breast in the egg mixture, coating the entire breast. Let the excess egg drip off.
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    • Dip the piece of chicken in the flour mixture a second time (shaking the excess flour off), getting a good coating of flour on the breast.
    • Add vegetable oil to a large skillet (or Dutch oven) over medium-high heat. Heat the until the oil temperature is between 325-350 degrees F. The oil should be at least one-inch deep. For deep frying you’ll need about 4 inches of oil in the pot.
    • Cook the chicken in the hot oil for 5-7 minutes per side until it’s deep golden brown and crispy. Or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the chicken reaches an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees F.

    *Reserve three tablespoons of the cooking oil to make the country gravy.

    You can fry the chicken in vegetable oil, peanut oil, canola oil, or your favorite frying oil. Oils with a high smoke point like safflower oil, avocado oil, and sunflower oil are also good choices. Olive oil will also work but is too expensive to use deep frying.

    Depending on the size of the breast, cooking times will vary.

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    Remove the cooked chicken from the oil and allow to drain on a wire rack or paper towels.

    *If you have to cook the chicken in two batches, keep it warm in a 225-degree oven until ready to serve.

    Three pieces of Chicken fried chicken on a white plate.

    I just love the juicy meat and crispy crust of my chicken-fried chicken. And although it’s best served hot, there is something to be said for cold fried chicken, it’s my favorite midnight snack!

    Store any leftover fried chicken in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 -4 days. It also freezes well and can be kept well sealed in the freezer for 2-3 months.

    How to make White Country Gravy

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    • Add the cooking oil and flour to a small pot.
    • Mix well with a wire whisk and cook over medium-low heat for 2 minutes. Don’t let the roux get dark.
    • Add the milk to the roux and whisk until fully combined. Continue cooking over medium heat until it begins to get thick.
    • Add the chicken broth to the mixture and whisk to combine. Let the creamy gravy simmer for 3-4 minutes. If the gravy gets too thick, add more water, milk, or chicken broth until you get the desired consistency.
    • Taste and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
    • Mix to combine and simmer the creamy white gravy over low heat until ready to serve.
    Chicken fried chicken with country gravy on a white plate.

    Ladle the homemade gravy over the fried chicken and serve with your favorite side dishes.

    For a classic Southern experience serve with green beans, homemade buttermilk biscuits, and your favorite hot sauce.

    Recipe FAQ’s

    Can I use cream instead of buttermilk to make fried chicken?

    Yes, you can, but it won’t have the same flavor as using buttermilk. You can add half a teaspoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to the heavy cream to enhance its flavor and make it more of a buttermilk substitute.

    How do I know when the chicken is done?

    The exterior should be golden brown and crispy, but most importantly, the internal temperature should be at least 165°F (74°C) to be considered safe to eat.

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    Chicken Fried Chicken with Country Gravy

    Tender, juicy chicken breasts pan fried to golden brown makes my chicken fried chicken with country gravy a dish the whole family will love!
    Prep Time10 minutes mins
    Cook Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time30 minutes mins
    Course: Entree
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 486kcal
    Author: Chef Dennis Littley

    Ingredients

    Chicken

    • 1.25 lb chicken breasts boneless skinless – four breasts 4-5 ounces each
    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 2 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1 teaspoon baking soda
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 2 large eggs
    • ½ cup buttermilk
    • vegetable oil for frying

    Country Gravy

    • 3 tablespoon fryer oil or butter
    • 3 tablespoon all-purpose flour
    • 1 cup milk
    • ½ cup chicken broth
    • salt and black pepper to taste
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    Instructions

    Chicken

    • Trim chicken breasts of any fat or skin.
    • Place chicken breasts between two pieces of plastic wrap on a cutting board and pound thin using a meat mallet.
    • Add the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to a shallow bowl or plate and mix well to combine.
    • Add the eggs and buttermilk to another shallow bowl and whisk to combine.
    • Dredge the chicken breast in the flour mixture, completely coating the breast in the flour mixture.
    • Dip the floured breast in the egg wash, coating the entire breast. Let the excess egg drip off.
    • Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture a second time, getting a good coating of flour on the breast.
    • Add vegetable oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Heat the oil until its 325-350 degrees F.
      The oil should be about one-inch deep.
    • Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Or until the internal temperature is at least 165 degrees F.
      If your pan is not big enough for all the chicken, cook it in two batches.
    • Remove the fried chicken breasts from the oil and allow to drain on a wire rack or paper towels. Reserve three tablespoons of the cooking oil to make the country gravy.
      If you have to cook the chicken in two batches, keep it warm in a 225-degree oven until ready to serve.

    Country Gravy

    • Add the cooking oil and flour to a small pot. Mix well with a wire whisk and cook over medium-low heat for 2 minutes. Don't let the roux get dark.
    • Add the milk to the roux and whisk until fully combined. Continue cooking over medium heat until it begins to get thick.
    • Add the chicken broth to the mixture and whisk to combine. Let the gravy simmer for 3-4 minutes. If the gravy gets too thick, add more water, milk, or chicken broth until you get the desired consistency.
    • Taste and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
    • Ladle the country gravy over the fried chicken and serve with your favorite side dishes.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 486kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 922mg | Potassium: 948mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 327IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 225mg | Iron: 3mg
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    1. Moop Brown

      September 05, 2023 at 12:27 am

      5 stars
      I love fried chicken and the addition of the gravy was a nice touch. It was a comforting and tasty meal.

      Reply
    2. Jenny

      September 04, 2023 at 6:30 am

      5 stars
      My husband is going to love this dish. He lived in Georgia for 15 years quite a while ago. We will be adding some cayenne pepper for a bit of fun. Thanks for sharing this fine chicken fried chicken with country gravy recipe.

      Reply
    3. LaKita

      September 04, 2023 at 12:00 am

      5 stars
      This recipe screams comfort food and I was surprised at how simple it was to make. It came out perfect and the whole family loved it 🙂

      Reply
    4. Lauren Michael Harris

      September 03, 2023 at 10:24 pm

      5 stars
      This fried chicken is the most perfect comfort food! It turned out great and we will definitely be making it again and again!

      Reply
    5. Austin

      September 03, 2023 at 9:26 am

      5 stars
      Delicious! Always loved chicken fried chicken and this was great. The chicken coating was wonderfully crispy!

      Reply
    6. Katie Crenshaw

      September 03, 2023 at 7:38 am

      5 stars
      This meal is my husband’s love language. He loved everything about this dish. The gravy came out perfect and the chicken was crispy. It turned out so delicious.

      Reply
    7. Ramona Sebastian

      September 03, 2023 at 7:08 am

      5 stars
      This is definitely a comfort meaL, the combination of flavors was incredible, Thank you for sharing this recipe!

      Reply
    8. Tristin

      September 02, 2023 at 11:24 pm

      5 stars
      This is my kind of comfort food! I made it with mashed potatoes and I my kids devoured them.

      Reply
    9. Enriqueta E Lemoine

      August 29, 2023 at 7:34 am

      5 stars
      Definitely, another great chicken recipe, Chef. and your step-by-step directions were, as usual, super easy to follow. Thank you one more time it was delicous.

      Reply
    10. Gloria

      August 28, 2023 at 10:05 am

      5 stars
      A true classic. Who could resist this tasty chicken recipe? It’s our new family favourite.

      Reply
    11. Cindy J

      August 21, 2023 at 6:30 pm

      5 stars
      Very juicy and the breading was light. Gravy was perfect

      Reply
      • Chef Dennis Littley

        August 21, 2023 at 7:45 pm

        I’m happy to hear you enjoyed one of my favorite Southern dishes!

        Reply

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