SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN WITH GRAVY

Southern Fried Chicken with Gravy image

Fried chicken may have been perfected in the South, but it is loved everywhere! Seasonings add a little something extra to this recipe, as does a rich gravy. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 18

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Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1 large egg
1/2 cup whole milk
1 broiler/fryer chicken (3 to 3-1/2 pounds), cut up
Oil for frying
CREAMY GRAVY:
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon pepper
2-1/2 cups whole milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream

Steps:

In a shallow dish, combine the first 7 ingredients. In a shallow bowl, beat egg and milk. Dip chicken pieces into egg mixture, then place in flour mixture, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat. , In a large skillet, heat 1/4 in. oil; fry chicken until browned on all sides. Cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until juices run clear and chicken is tender, turning occasionally. Uncover and cook 5 minutes longer. Drain on paper towels and keep warm. Drain skillet, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings. , For gravy, in a small bowl, combine the flour, salt, thyme and pepper. Gradually whisk in milk and cream until smooth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with chicken.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 750 calories, Fat 52g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 170mg cholesterol, Sodium 554mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 41g protein.