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Homemade KFC Chicken Bowls with Mashed Potatoes

Homemade KFC Chicken Bowls with Mashed Potatoes
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Homemade KFC Chicken Bowls with Mashed Potatoes combine crispy, tender fried chicken with creamy mashed potatoes, savory gravy, and your choice of vegetables for a comforting, family-friendly meal that’s easy to prepare using simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

  • 4 chicken thighs or breasts (tender cuts for juicy fried chicken)
  • 2 cups buttermilk (for marinating)
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • Vegetable or canola oil, for frying

Mashed Potatoes

  • 2 pounds russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 4 tbsp butter, room temperature
  • ½ to ¾ cup warm milk
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Gravy

  • Pan drippings from fried chicken or 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Vegetables (optional)

  • Steamed corn, green beans, or peas, as desired

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: Soak chicken pieces in buttermilk mixed with a pinch of salt for at least one hour or overnight to tenderize and add moisture for juicy, flavorful chicken.
  2. Prepare the Seasoned Flour: In a large bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and dried thyme to create the signature KFC-style coating.
  3. Coat and Fry the Chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk, let excess drip off, then thoroughly dredge in the seasoned flour. Fry in hot oil at 350°F (175°C) for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  4. Make the Mashed Potatoes: While frying chicken, boil peeled and chopped potatoes until soft. Drain well, then mash with butter and warm milk until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Prepare the Gravy: Use pan drippings or melt butter in a pan, whisk in flour to form a roux, then slowly add chicken broth while stirring until thickened. Season with salt and pepper as needed.
  6. Assemble the Bowls: Layer mashed potatoes in bowls, top with crispy fried chicken pieces, pour warm gravy over the top, and add steamed vegetables for color and nutrition. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Marinate chicken longer for increased tenderness.
  • Double dredge chicken by dipping back into buttermilk and flour for extra crispiness.
  • Use room temperature butter and warm milk for smoother mashed potatoes.
  • Don’t overcrowd the frying pan to maintain oil temperature and crispiness.
  • Drain potatoes thoroughly before mashing to avoid runny texture.

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Keywords: fried chicken, mashed potatoes, chicken bowls, comfort food, homemade KFC, crispy chicken, gravy, family meal

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