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Fried Chicken with Peppery Gravy

Fried Chicken with Peppery Gravy prepared dish

This fried chicken with peppery gravy features crispy, golden-brown chicken pieces coated in a flavorful batter. The rich and creamy gravy, infused with black pepper, perfectly complements the succulent chicken, making it a comforting dish for any occasion. Serve it with mashed potatoes or biscuits for a classic southern meal!

This recipe is dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 20 min prep and 30 min cook.

Prep: 20 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 50 min · Serves: 4

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include chicken broth, vegetable oil, all-purpose flour, heavy cream.
  • Follow all 9 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (for coating)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 800 g chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (for marinating)
  • 2 tbsp black pepper (freshly ground)

Instructions

  1. Begin by marinating the chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, and black pepper to create the coating mixture.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  4. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
  5. Carefully place the coated chicken thighs in the hot oil and fry for about 10-12 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and let it drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  7. In a separate saucepan, add the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer.
  8. Stir in the heavy cream and additional black pepper, cooking until the gravy thickens slightly.
  9. Serve the fried chicken hot, drizzled with the peppery gravy.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 550
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Fat: 35 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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