KFC® Copycat Gravy

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 14

Make your own KFC® Copycat Gravy at home

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

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KFC® is famous for its crispy fried chicken and delicious sides, including their signature gravy. This KFC® Copycat Gravy recipe allows you to recreate that same savory flavor at home. You can enjoy this sauce with your favorite fried chicken recipe or pour it over mashed potatoes for a comforting side dish. With only a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and restaurant-quality sauce in no time.

Instructions

1.	Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until soft.
2.	Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan and stir until melted.
3.	Add the flour to the butter and onion mixture and stir until it forms a paste. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly.
4.	Whisk in the water, beef bouillon, and chicken bouillon. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10 minutes until thickened.
5.	Add black pepper to taste, then remove the pan from the heat.
6.	Pour the gravy through a fine strainer to remove any bits of onion. Serve hot over fried chicken or mashed potatoes.

PROS

This KFC® Copycat Gravy is a delicious and easy-to-make sauce that goes great with fried chicken or mashed potatoes.
You can customize the seasoning to your liking and control the ingredients for a healthier version.

CONS

This gravy recipe contains butter and flour, which can be high in calories and fat.
It may not be suitable for those with gluten allergies or sensitivities.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this KFC® Copycat Gravy recipe may not be the healthiest option, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. The beef and chicken bouillon provide some protein, and black pepper has been linked to improved digestion and antioxidant properties.

	3 tablespoons butter , divided
	1 small onion , finely chopped
	5 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour
	2 1/2 cups water
	2 teaspoons beef bouillon
	2 teaspoons chicken bouillon
	fresh ground black pepper to taste