KFC Style Gravy Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 tbspbutter or vegetable shortening
- 5 tbspall-purpose flour
- 1 piecechicken cube
- 2 cwater
Directions
- 1
Heat a saucepan and put-in the butter. Let the butter melt under low heat.
- 2
Add 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook in low heat while continuously stirring for 7 to 8 minutes or until the color turns medium brown. There is a tendency that the flour might burn when overcooked or if high heat is applied. Be extra cautious.
- 3
Add the remaining flour and continue stirring.
- 4
Gradually add water and chicken cube. Continuous stirring is needed to prevent lumps from forming.
- 5
Put the heat to medium and bring the mixture to a boil. Cook for 5 minutes more while stirring once in a while until the texture thickens.
- 6
Serve hot with fried chicken or mashed potato.
- 7
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About this Recipe
Craving that signature, savory richness of classic fast-food gravy right in your own kitchen? This KFC Style Gravy recipe brings that comforting flavor home with just a handful of pantry staples. You'll love how incredibly easy and quick it is to whip up, transforming a simple meal into something truly special.
This recipe works wonders because it hones in on the fundamental technique of building a flavorful roux, the secret to any good gravy. With only four core ingredients—butter or vegetable shortening, all-purpose flour, a chicken cube, and water—you're able to replicate that iconic taste and smooth texture without any fuss. It's a testament to how simple components can create profound satisfaction.
What you can expect is a gloriously smooth, thick gravy brimming with deep, umami-rich flavor from the chicken base. It coats your palate with a warm, savory hug, perfect for drizzling generously over your favorite comfort foods. The consistency is luxurious, never watery, and designed to cling beautifully to whatever it accompanies. It’s a hearty, satisfying addition that tastes exactly like the familiar classic you’ve been dreaming of.
For a slight variation in flavor and texture, this recipe offers the choice between butter for a richer, more dairy-forward note or vegetable shortening for a neutral base that lets the chicken cube's flavor truly shine. Both options create an equally delicious and authentic-tasting gravy. Stick with the specified all-purpose flour to ensure the correct thickness and smooth consistency.
This savory gravy is the ultimate companion for weeknight dinners or any occasion calling for a touch of home-style comfort. It pairs perfectly with crispy fried chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, or even as a decadent topping for hot biscuits.