Southern Fried Chicken with Gravy
TOTAL TIME: Prep: 25 min. Cook: 45 min.
YIELD: 6 servings
Fried chicken may have been perfected in the South, but it is loved everywhere! Seasonings add a little something extra to this recipe, as does a rich gravy. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Ingredients
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1 teaspoon paprika
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3/4 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
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1/2 teaspoon pepper
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1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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1 large egg
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1/2 cup whole milk
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1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut up
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Oil for frying
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CREAMY GRAVY:
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1/3 cup all-purpose flour
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
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1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
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2-1/2 cups whole milk
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1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Directions
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1.
In a shallow dish, combine the first 7 ingredients. In a shallow bowl, beat egg and milk. Dip chicken pieces into egg mixture, then place in flour mixture, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat.
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2.
In a large skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil; fry chicken until browned on all sides. Cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until juices run clear and chicken is tender, turning occasionally. Uncover and cook 5 minutes longer. Drain on paper towels and keep warm. Drain skillet, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings.
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3.
For gravy, in a small bowl, combine the flour, salt, thyme and pepper. Gradually whisk in milk and cream until smooth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts
1 serving: 750 calories, 52g fat (14g saturated fat), 170mg cholesterol, 554mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 41g protein.
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