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Copycat-KFC-Famous-Bowls-Recipe

Copycat KFC Famous Bowls

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  • Author: Laurel
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 90 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Enjoy the delightful taste of Copycat KFC Famous Bowls featuring popcorn chicken, creamy mashed potatoes, corn, and cheesy goodness. This dish is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal that will please the entire family.

Ingredients

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  • popcorn chicken
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 egg
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite size pieces
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
  • 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ginger powder
  • oil for frying
  • 6 cups mashed potatoes
  • 2 cups corn, drained
  • 1 (1 ounce) envelope brown gravy made according to directions
  • 2 cups shredded colby cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, salt, and egg.
  2. Add chicken to the mixture and marinate for at least an hour.
  3. In another bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, celery salt, black pepper, paprika, thyme, oregano, onion powder, garlic powder, mustard powder, and ginger powder. Whisk until combined.
  4. Incorporate ½ cup of the buttermilk from the chicken into the flour mixture and whisk again.
  5. Remove the marinated chicken from the buttermilk and place it in the flour mixture. Toss to coat all pieces.
  6. Heat 1 inch of oil in a heavy skillet to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  7. Fry the popcorn chicken in batches for 2-4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Set the fried chicken aside on a wire rack or towel-lined tray to drain.
  9. To assemble the bowls, divide the mashed potatoes into four servings.
  10. Prepare the brown gravy according to package directions, then spoon over the mashed potatoes.
  11. Add the drained corn to each bowl and top with an equal amount of popcorn chicken.
  12. Finish with a generous sprinkle of shredded colby cheese and serve!

Notes

Ensure chicken is fully cooked through before serving. You can adjust the seasoning in the flour mixture to taste.
For extra crunch, double-fry the chicken after the first fry for crispier results.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 800
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 1500mg
  • Fat: 45g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 25g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 70g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

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