Description
Experience the soulful flavors of Spicy Southern Chicken & Gravy, a dish that envelops tender chicken in a creamy, spicy gravy. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is quick to prepare and delivers mouthwatering satisfaction with every bite. Serve it over fluffy rice or mashed potatoes for a complete meal that will leave your guests asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- In a bowl, combine flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and pepper. Dredge each marinated chicken breast in the mixture until well coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet.
- Lower heat and sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth while scraping the pan to deglaze. Gradually add heavy cream and simmer until thickened.
- Return fried chicken to the skillet and coat with gravy. Simmer for another few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken with gravy (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg