"Pass the gravy, please!..."
INGREDIENTS
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1 c. whole buttermilk
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1/4 c. pickle juice (from the jar)
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1 large egg
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2 lb. boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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1 1/2 c. self-rising flour
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1 tbsp. seasoned salt
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2 tsp. ground black pepper
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1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
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Vegetable or peanut oil, for frying
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1/4 c. salted butter
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1/3 c. all-purpose flour
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4 c. warm whole milk, divided
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3/4 tsp. salt, plus more taste
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1/2 tsp. ground black pepper, plus more to taste