smothered chicken & biscuits recipe served on a plate, by Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar
Sep 24 2026
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Smothered Chicken & Biscuits Recipe

Inspired by Tupelo Honey Southern Kitchen & Bar
Time1h
Serves4

honey-dusted fried chicken*, apple cider bacon, milk gravy, basil

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Ingredients

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Chicken and Biscuits

Method

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, honey, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.

  2. 2

    Fry the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Remove chicken from marinade, dredge in flour, shaking off excess. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.

  3. 3

    Cook the Bacon

    In the same skillet, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove and set aside, leaving the drippings in the pan.

  4. 4

    Make the Gravy

    Add butter to the bacon drippings and melt. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until thickened. Stir in basil and season with salt and pepper.

  5. 5

    Prepare the Biscuits (optional)

    For quick biscuits, mix baking powder, flour, salt, and butter until crumbly. Add buttermilk and stir until just combined. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Place the fried chicken on a plate, drizzle with the milk gravy, and top with crispy bacon. Serve with biscuits on the side.

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