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KFC Gravy

This easy KFC Gravy Recipe Copycat brings warm, savory flavor to your table with a thick, smooth texture that pairs perfectly with chicken and mashed potatoes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Gravy
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon white pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon beef bouillon granules

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add flour, onion powder, white pepper, and salt to the melted butter and stir to make a smooth paste roux.
  3. Continue cooking over medium heat for 1 to 2 minutes, just until the roux begins to brown.
  4. Whisk the mixture continuously while slowly adding chicken broth to the pan until a smooth liquid forms.
  5. Add the water and bouillon and bring the mixture to a simmer.
  6. Continue whisking and heating until the gravy thickens, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  7. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if desired.
  8. Remove from heat and serve over hot mashed potatoes.

Notes

Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 7 days. To freeze, pour cooled gravy into freezer-safe bags or containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat slowly on the stove.