Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Spicy Southern Chicken & Gravy, where crispy chicken meets a rich, spicy gravy. This dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, bringing warmth and joy to your table. Every bite offers a delightful blend of spices and creaminess that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 3 tbsp butter
- Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse chicken breasts under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
- In a bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, cayenne pepper, and onion powder. Dredge each chicken breast in the mixture until fully coated.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and melt butter. Sear the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides (about 5 minutes per side).
- Remove chicken from skillet; add chicken broth while scraping up any flavorful bits stuck to the pan. Stir in heavy cream until well combined.
- Return chicken to the skillet and simmer on low for an additional 5-10 minutes until heated through and coated in gravy.
- Serve hot over rice or mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with gravy (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg