Sunbeam Maryland Fried Chicken with Cream Gravy

Name: Sunbeam Maryland Fried Chicken with Cream Gravy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 (2) frying chickens; 1 cup shortening and/or butter; 2/3 cup all-purpose flour; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup milk; 2 cups fine dry bread crumbs; 1 tbsp. salt; 1/4 tsp. pepper; 1/2 tsp. poultry seasoning; 1/2 cup hot water; 2 lg. onions, thinly sliced (optional); Drippings from chicken; 3 tbsp. all-purpose flour; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/8 tsp. pepper; 1/4 tsp. paprika; 1-1/2 to 2 cup milk; 1 tbsp. parsley, finely chopped; Sherry to taste (optional); 1 can (4 oz.) mushrooms (optional)

Servings: persons

3 (2) frying chickens
1 cup shortening and/or butter
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
2 eggs
1/2 cup milk
2 cups fine dry bread crumbs
1 tbsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. poultry seasoning
1/2 cup hot water
2 lg. onions, thinly sliced (optional)
Drippings from chicken
3 tbsp. all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1/4 tsp. paprika
1-1/2 to 2 cup milk
1 tbsp. parsley, finely chopped
Sherry to taste (optional)
1 can (4 oz.) mushrooms (optional)

1
Dip chicken into flour, coating well; then into eggs which have been beaten slightly and diluted with the milk; then into crumbs.
2
Coat well and shake off excess.
3
Preheat frypan to 360F.
4
; add fat.
5
Place cover in spatter shield position.
6
Brown chicken without overcrowding, turning to brown all sides.
7
Remove browned pieces to a pie pan.
8
Scrape out breading particles and add more shortening before browning next batch.
9
When all pieces are browned, place chicken in frypan; sprinkle evenly with salt, pepper and poultry seasoning.
10
Add water and scatter onion over chicken.
11
Cover, open vent, reduce heat.
12
Simmer until chicken is very tender.
13
Remove chicken to heated platter.
14
Cream gravy: Set dial at 260F and boil down any remaining juices until only drippings remain.
15
Blend flour with drippings, stirring until well mixed and browned.
16
Add salt, pepper, paprika and slowly add milk or chicken broth mixed with cream.
17
Cook, stirring until desired thickness, adding more milk or broth if necessary.
18
Add parsley and sherry to taste or mushrooms.
19
Pass with chicken.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 (2) frying chickens, 1 cup shortening and/or butter, 2/3 cup all-purpose flour, 2 eggs, and more.

Yes, Sunbeam Maryland Fried Chicken with Cream 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!