Country Chicken with Gravy

Name: Country Chicken with Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings.
Ingredients: 3/4 cup crushed cornflakes; 1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 tablespoons fat-free evaporated milk; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each); 2 teaspoons canola oil; GRAVY:; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk; 1/4 cup condensed chicken broth, undiluted; 1 teaspoon sherry or additional condensed chicken broth; 2 tablespoons minced chives

Here's a lightened-up take on classic southern comfort food. This chicken gravy recipe has been a hit at our house since the first time we tried it! —Ruth Helmuth, Abbeville, South Carolina

Ingredients

3/4 cup crushed cornflakes
1/2 teaspoon poultry seasoning
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons fat-free evaporated milk
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)
2 teaspoons canola oil
GRAVY:
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
1/4 cup condensed chicken broth, undiluted
1 teaspoon sherry or additional condensed chicken broth
2 tablespoons minced chives

Directions

In a shallow bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Place milk in another shallow bowl. Dip chicken in milk, then roll in cornflake mixture.
In a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 170°.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Stir in the flour, pepper and salt until smooth. Gradually stir in the milk, broth and sherry. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in chives. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts

1 chicken breat half with 2 tablespoons gravy: 274 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 72mg cholesterol, 569mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 0 fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat.

Originally published as Country Chicken with Creamy Gravy in Light & Tasty December/January 2008

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JULIE.G

Sep 19, 2016

My son had me make this recipe twice in one week. It's a great meal. The only thing I did was double the gravy. I love homemade gravy. Thanks for a quick and delicious recipe.
michnap

Nov 8, 2015

This is an excellent simple recipe that had my family loving every part of it. I am going to try it again tonight but sub the chicken for pork chops and try to extend the great gravy.
lmmanda

Jul 22, 2014

I substituted leftover panko and herb stuffing (crushed) and topped that off with Italian bread crumbs to make 3/4 C. The gravy was great. I gave this a 4 rather than a 5 because the chicken was nearly burned on the stove before it was anywhere near being done. I finished it off in the microwave. Next time I will bake the chicken. The flavor and crunch were really good.
jtermont

Jun 15, 2014

I really liked the chicken itself. The gravy was good, but I'm wondering if next time I should add garlic powder or a different herb. My husband loved the crunchy chicken.
luigimon

Apr 5, 2014

Wonderful!! I baked it as well and it was good and crispy, and the gravy was excellent!
tchr90

Dec 2, 2012

I made this and my hubby & I both liked it a lot so its a keeper! I paired it with the Garlic Mashed Potatoes (made from Hungry Jack flakes) on your website. Delicious, quick and easy!!
ConnieK

Nov 10, 2012

Really liked this. I love gravy, especially in the fall and winter months. This is so easy to make and fast, a great weeknight meal. I paired it with Barley Risotto (also from this site) and it was a fabuloius dinner. Definately recommend!!!
Ldeponceau

Oct 7, 2012

Kids loved it. Will make it agin.
cheeriogirl

Sep 20, 2012

I thought this was just "okay". I thought the gravy was too salty for my taste.
1275

Aug 27, 2012

Oh yum! Had this for supper tonight and everyone loved. The cornflakes gave a nice crunchy texture and are a nice change from bread crumb coated chicken. I modified the recipe a bit to feed my family of 6. The chives added such a nice flavor to the creamy gravy. I served this over mashed potatoes, and was the perfect meal without leaving you too full. Will be making again.