My Mamas Fried Chicken With Milk Gravy Recipe

Name: My Mamas Fried Chicken With Milk Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour, divided; ¼ cup all-purpose flour, divided; 1 ¼ teaspoons dried thyme; ¾ teaspoon onion powder; ¾ teaspoon seasoning salt (I use lawrys); ¾ teaspoon smoked Hungarian paprika; ¾ teaspoon pepper, divided; 8 chicken thighs or 8 chicken legs; ⅔ cup buttermilk; 2 -4 teaspoons oil (I use 4 generally); 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule; 1 ½ cups milk

Servings: persons

1 cup all-purpose flour, divided
¼ cup all-purpose flour, divided
1 ¼ teaspoons dried thyme
¾ teaspoon onion powder
¾ teaspoon seasoning salt (I use lawrys)
¾ teaspoon smoked Hungarian paprika
¾ teaspoon pepper, divided
8 chicken thighs or 8 chicken legs
⅔ cup buttermilk
2 -4 teaspoons oil (I use 4 generally)
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
1 ½ cups milk

1
Combine 1 cup flour, thyme, onion powder, paprika, salt and 1/2 t. pepper in a large plastic zip-lock bag.
2
Add chicken to bag, one or 2 pieces at a time; shake to coat well.
3
Dip chicken into buttermilk, return to bag and shake to coat.
4
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
5
Add chicken and saute 15 minutes, turning to cook evenly until golden.
6
Reduce heat to medium-low.
7
Cook, uncovered, 35 to 40 minutes or until chicken is tender and juices run clear when chicken is pierced with a fork.
8
Remove chicken and place on a plate lined with a paper towel.
9
Reserve the drippings, cover chicken to keep warm.
10
Stir bouillon, remaining flour and remaining pepper into skillet drippings, scraping up any browned bits (that's the good stuff).
11
Add milk.
12
Cook and stir with a whisk over medium heat until thickened and bubbly; cook and stir one to two more minutes.
13
Salt and pepper to taste.
14
Serve hot gravy over chicken and potatos.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup all-purpose flour, divided, ¼ cup all-purpose flour, divided, 1 ¼ teaspoons dried thyme, ¾ teaspoon onion powder, and more.

Yes, My Mamas Fried Chicken With Milk Gravy falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

My Mamas Fried Chicken With Milk Gravy

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