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Chicken Fried Chicken with Creamy Gravy

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A nostalgic Southern dish featuring crispy chicken served with a rich and creamy gravy.

Ingredients

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  • 6 to 8 pieces thin-sliced chicken breasts
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • Vegetable or canola oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup reserved oil from frying the chicken
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour for gravy
  • 2 cups milk for gravy
  • Salt and pepper for gravy

Instructions

  1. Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
  2. Combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder in one bowl.
  3. Whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce in another bowl.
  4. Dip each chicken breast in the buttermilk mixture, then dredge in the seasoned flour.
  5. Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F.
  6. Carefully fry the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  7. Transfer fried chicken to a plate lined with paper towels.
  8. Pour off all but 1/4 cup of oil from the skillet and whisk in 1/3 cup flour.
  9. Slowly add 2 cups of milk while whisking until the gravy thickens.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in an oven for the best texture.

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