Enjoy a classic comfort meal with this crispy fried chicken served with a rich and creamy gravy. Perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in.
Enjoy a classic comfort meal with this crispy fried chicken served with a rich and creamy gravy. Perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
- 2 cups all-purpose flour divided
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 2 tablespoons butter for gravy
- 1 1/2 cups milk for gravy
- 1/4 teaspoon salt for gravy
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the buttermilk with half of the flour, paprika, black pepper, and salt. Add the chicken pieces and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and dredge in the remaining flour. Shake off excess.
- Fry the chicken in the hot oil, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- For the gravy, melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in 2 tablespoons of the leftover flour mixture from the chicken dredging.
- Gradually whisk in the milk, bring to a simmer, and stir continuously until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and additional black pepper to taste.
- Serve the fried chicken with the creamy gravy poured over the top or on the side.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 27gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 8IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg
It just seems like too much oil to me. Baking is healthier right? I think I’ll pass.
This fried chicken recipe was amazing! The gravy really took it to another level. 5 stars for sure!
I’m not sure about the buttermilk marinating…Does it really make that much of a difference? I usually just use egg.
Yum! I made this for a family dinner, and everyone loved it! No leftovers! 🙂
That’s awesome! Fried chicken is always a hit at gatherings. I need to try making this too!
No leftovers? Are you sure? That sounds a bit unbelievable. Fried chicken usually leaves people wanting more!
I tried this, but my chicken didn’t turn out crispy. What did I do wrong?
This fried chicken recipe is the best! The gravy made it taste so good. Thanks!
I totally agree! The gravy was amazing! Fried chicken is always better with a good sauce. 😊
Not sure what you mean…it’s just fried chicken. Ever try it without the gravy? Better, trust me.
Fryin chicken? Can you bake it instead? Not a fan of frying, too greasy!
Baking is nice too but it won’t taste the same as frying! You gotta have that crispy skin! 😊
I think frying’s the best way for flavor. Baking might come out dry. Just saying! 😬
Amazing flavor! I swapped the vegetable oil for olive oil cause it’s healthier. Still turned out delish!
Real southern comfort food! Just tasted like my grandma’s cooking. Love it!
Gravy was too runny for me. Slightly disappointed. Maybe add more flour?
This is just like my grandma used to make. Brings back memories, but can someone explain what the heck is paprika?
Just fried chicken? Not really my thing, but I bet it’s good for those who like it.
Fried chicken sounds greasy. Can’t you just grill it? It tastes better and it’s healthier.
I totally get it! Not everyone is into fried stuff. But trust me, this chicken is crispy heaven! 😋
Fried chicken? More like fried heaven! A great recipe for Sunday dinner! 🐔
It turned out ok, but I think I overcooked it. Also, the gravy was a bit lumpy which was a letdown.
Lumpy gravy? Yikes! I usually just use a blender to fix that! But hey, at least it was edible, right?
Overcooked chicken is the worst! Maybe try frying it a bit less next time. And about that gravy, sometimes whisking helps with lumps!
Super easy to follow! I did add some garlic powder because I love garlic. Yum!
Adding garlic powder sounds like a great idea! I bet it really enhances the flavor. I’m definitely going to try that next time!
This fried chicken is the best I’ve ever made! So crispy and juicy! I’ll be making this again for sure!
Why use buttermilk? I ain’t got time for that! Just use regular milk like I did. It worked fine.
Too greasy for my taste. I don’t think I’ll try this again. I prefer baked chicken, honestly.
Baked chicken is definitely healthier, but fried has its charm. Not everyone’s cup of tea! 🤷♂️
Yum!! I added some cayenne pepper for a kick, turned out great! 🔥