~ buttermilk fried chicken & buttermilk gravy ~

(1 rating)
Recipe by
Cassie *
Somewhere, PA

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!

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

Ingredients For ~ buttermilk fried chicken & buttermilk gravy ~

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

How To Make ~ buttermilk fried chicken & buttermilk gravy ~

  • 1
    Cover chicken with 1/2 cup buttermilk and toss to coat. Leave set for 15 minutes.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 4
    To the gravy, stir in the remaining 1/2 cup buttermilk. Cook just until heated through. Taste and re season if needed.
  • 5
    Serve the gravy over chicken and mashed potatoes if desired.
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