~ buttermilk fried chicken & buttermilk gravy ~

Somewhere, PA
Updated on Sep 4, 2015

I love cooking with buttermilk. This chicken is so tasty, served up with the slight tang of the buttermilk gravy. My family certainly approved. Enjoy!

prep time 5 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Stove Top
yield 4 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • vegetable - oil for frying - 2 - 3 tablespoons or more if needed
  • 2 1/2 pounds bone in or boneless chicken thighs, skin removed
  • 1 cup buttermilk, divided
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2/3 cup flour + 2 tablespoons
  • 1 teaspoon herbs de provence or thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon each - salt & season salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper & cayenne if preferred

How To Make ~ buttermilk fried chicken & buttermilk gravy ~

  • Step 1
    Cover chicken with 1/2 cup buttermilk and toss to coat. Leave set for 15 minutes.
  • Step 2
    In meantime, mix together the 2/3 cup flour with salt, pepper, Herbs seasoning, garlic powder, pepper, season salt. Place a well seasoned iron skillet or non stick skillet over medium high heat. Once hot, coat chicken pieces with flour mixture and place in hot oil. Cook until golden on both sides. Turning often. Reduce heat and remain cooking until cooked through and juices run clear.
  • Step 3
    Remove chicken from skillet and keep warm. Mix chicken broth with 2 tablespoons flour. Pour into hot pan and scrape all of the browned bits on the bottom of the pan. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened. Won't take but a minute.
  • Step 4
    To the gravy, stir in the remaining 1/2 cup buttermilk. Cook just until heated through. Taste and re season if needed.
  • Step 5
    Serve the gravy over chicken and mashed potatoes if desired.

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Category: Chicken
Category: Gravies
Keyword: #easy
Keyword: #Fried
Keyword: #buttermilk
Keyword: #main-dish
Keyword: #chicken
Keyword: #gravy
Ingredient: Chicken
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top

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