why make this recipe
Country Fried Chicken and Gravy is a classic dish that brings comfort and satisfaction to the dinner table. It’s crispy, flavorful, and pairs perfectly with delicious gravy. This recipe is great for family gatherings or a cozy night at home. Plus, once you try making it yourself, you’ll love how easy and fun it is!
how to make Country Fried Chicken and Gravy
Ingredients:
- 1 pound chicken breast
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder (to taste)
- 2/3 cup oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup flour
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons pepper
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons steak seasoning
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1/3 cup grease from frying chicken
- 1/3 cup flour (for gravy)
- 3 cups milk (for gravy)
- Additional salt and pepper (to taste)
Directions:
- Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make them thinner. Season the chicken on both sides with some salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a large container, mix together 1 cup of flour, 2 teaspoons each of salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and steak seasoning.
- In a separate bowl, mix together 1 cup of milk and 1 egg, then set aside.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2/3 cup of oil and 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, and coat again with the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
- Cook the chicken in the hot skillet for a few minutes on each side until golden brown and it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the cooked chicken and place it on a clean plate lined with paper towels.
- To make the gravy, remove most of the oil from the skillet, keeping about 1/3 cup in the skillet. Add 1/3 cup of flour and stir well, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
- Slowly add 3 cups of milk, stirring well, and cook on low heat until the gravy thickens. Season the gravy to taste with salt and pepper.
- Serve the Country Fried Chicken and Gravy over homemade mashed potatoes, corn, and rolls, or with green beans or a side salad. Enjoy!
how to serve Country Fried Chicken and Gravy
Serve your Country Fried Chicken and Gravy hot. A great way to enjoy it is over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes. You can also pair it with vegetables like corn or green beans. Add some fresh rolls on the side for a complete meal.
how to store Country Fried Chicken and Gravy
You can store leftover Country Fried Chicken and Gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for about 3-4 days. To reheat, place the chicken in a microwave or oven until hot. For the gravy, warm it on the stove and stir until it’s smooth again.
tips to make Country Fried Chicken and Gravy
- Double-check the seasoning for the chicken and gravy. Adjust salt and pepper to your taste!
- For extra crispy chicken, let the coated chicken rest for about 10 minutes before frying.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding chicken. This helps it cook evenly.
variation
For a spicy kick, you can add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the flour mixture or the egg mixture. You can also substitute chicken breast with thighs for a juicier option.
FAQs
Can I use frozen chicken?
Yes, you can use frozen chicken as long as it is fully thawed before cooking.
What if I don’t have steak seasoning?
You can leave it out or use a mix of other spices like oregano, thyme, or Italian seasoning for added flavor.
Can I make the gravy without frying chicken?
Absolutely! You can make a white gravy by using butter, flour, and milk without frying chicken; just follow the gravy instructions with those ingredients.
Country Fried Chicken and Gravy
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 pound chicken breast
- Salt, pepper, garlic powder (to taste) Seasoning for the chicken
- 2/3 cup oil For frying
- 2 tablespoons butter For frying
- 1 cup flour For dredging the chicken
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons pepper
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons steak seasoning
- 1 cup milk For the coating
- 1 whole egg For the coating
For the Gravy
- 1/3 cup grease from frying chicken
- 1/3 cup flour For thickening gravy
- 3 cups milk For making gravy
- Additional salt and pepper (to taste) For seasoning gravy
Instructions
Preparation
- Cut chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make them thinner. Season the chicken on both sides with some salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a large container, mix together 1 cup of flour, 2 teaspoons each of salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and steak seasoning.
- In a separate bowl, mix together 1 cup of milk and 1 egg, then set aside.
Cooking
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2/3 cup of oil and 2 tablespoons of butter.
- Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, and coat again with the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
- Cook the chicken in the hot skillet for a few minutes on each side until golden brown and it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the cooked chicken and place it on a clean plate lined with paper towels.
Gravy Preparation
- To make the gravy, remove most of the oil from the skillet, keeping about 1/3 cup in the skillet.
- Add 1/3 cup of flour and stir well, cooking for 1-2 minutes.
- Slowly add 3 cups of milk, stirring well, and cook on low heat until the gravy thickens. Season the gravy to taste with salt and pepper.