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Andrew Fowler

KFC-Style Mashed Potato and Gravy Bowl

Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs russet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup warm whole milk
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 lb chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup seasoned flour
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 cups neutral frying oil
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 2 cups prepared brown chicken gravy

Method
 

  1. Boil potatoes in salted water 15 minutes until a knife slides through easily. Drain; mash with butter, milk, and salt.
  2. Heat oil to 350°F. Dip chicken in beaten egg; press into seasoned flour.
  3. Fry in two batches for 4 to 6 minutes until crisp and 165°F inside. Drain on a rack.
  4. Warm corn and gravy separately until steaming. If gravy will not pour, thin with 2 tablespoons water.
  5. Divide potatoes among 4 bowls; top each with corn, chicken, and a measured ladle of gravy.