Cream Gravy for Fried Chicken
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of homemade *Cream Gravy for Fried Chicken*, a Southern classic that takes your crispy fried chicken to the next level. This silky, golden gravy starts with the flavorful pan drippings from your fried chicken, creating a deeply savory base. Combined with all-purpose flour, whole milk, and a touch of salt and black pepper, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. The result is a velvety, well-seasoned gravy perfect for drizzling over chicken or serving as a decadent dipping sauce. Whether you're hosting a Sunday dinner or craving comfort food, this luscious cream gravy will become the ultimate companion to your fried chicken feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons pan drippings from fried chicken
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Once you have fried your chicken, carefully strain the pan drippings to remove any burnt bits, leaving behind clean drippings.
Heat the 3 tablespoons of pan drippings in a large skillet over medium heat.
Sprinkle the flour evenly over the drippings and whisk constantly for 2-3 minutes until the mixture forms a smooth roux and turns light golden brown.
Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, about 5-6 minutes.
Season the gravy with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Allow the gravy to simmer for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until it reaches your desired thickness.
Remove the skillet from heat and serve the cream gravy warm, generously spooned over fried chicken or alongside as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
755 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.3 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.5 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 141 mg | 47% | |
| Sodium | 1780 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.5 g | ||
| Protein | 18.4 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 608 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 771 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
