Tavern Style Fried Chicken Recipe
Creamy Polenta, '1849' Gravy
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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken
Creamy Polenta
'1849' Gravy
Method
Fried Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix the flour and cornstarch together. Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- 3
Creamy Polenta Preparation
- 4
Cook the Polenta
In a pot, bring the water to a boil. Gradually whisk in the polenta and cook while stirring over low heat until thickened, about 20 minutes.
- 5
Finish the Polenta
Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Mix until creamy and smooth. Keep warm.
'1849' Gravy Preparation
- 6
Make the Gravy
In the same skillet used for the chicken, pour off all but 1 cup of drippings. Heat over medium heat and whisk in the flour, cooking for about 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, cooking until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
