Jun 09 2026
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Fried Chicken Recipe

Inspired by McGregors Butcher & Bistro
Time2h
Serves4

Crispy Fried Chicken, Creamy Mashed Potatoes, Country Gravy, Green Beans, Buttermilk Biscuits. Iced Tea or Soft Drinks.

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Ingredients

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Fried Chicken

Mashed Potatoes

Country Gravy

Green Beans

Buttermilk Biscuits

Beverages

Method

Fried Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine chicken pieces and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight to tenderize and flavor the chicken.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Coating

    In a shallow dish, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper together.

  3. 3

    Heat the Oil

    In a large frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Coat the Chicken

    Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture until well coated.

  5. 5

    Fry the Chicken

    Carefully place the coated chicken pieces in the hot oil. Fry for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

  6. 6

    Drain and Rest

    Remove chicken from oil and place on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Mashed Potatoes

  1. 7

    Boil the Potatoes

    Peel and chop the russet potatoes into chunks. Place in a pot of salted water and boil until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

  2. 8

    Mash the Potatoes

    Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add butter, milk, salt, and black pepper. Mash until smooth and creamy.

Country Gravy

  1. 9

    Make the Roux

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.

  2. 10

    Add Milk

    Gradually whisk in the milk, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes.

  3. 11

    Season the Gravy

    Stir in salt and black pepper. Keep warm until ready to serve.

Green Beans

  1. 12

    Prepare the Green Beans

    Trim the ends of fresh green beans and rinse under cold water.

  2. 13

    Cook the Green Beans

    In a pot of boiling salted water, blanch green beans for about 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and immediately place in ice water to stop cooking.

  3. 14

    Sauté the Green Beans

    In a skillet, melt butter and add the green beans. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.

Buttermilk Biscuits

  1. 15

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C).

  2. 16

    Mix the Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt. Cut in cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  3. 17

    Add Buttermilk

    Pour in the buttermilk and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.

  4. 18

    Shape the Biscuits

    Turn the dough onto a floured surface and gently knead a few times. Pat into a 1-inch thick round and cut out biscuits using a biscuit cutter.

  5. 19

    Bake the Biscuits

    Place the biscuits on a baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.

Beverages

  1. 20

    Serve the Beverages

    Chill iced tea or serve soft drinks over ice. Offer alongside the meal.

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