Lightly pounded chicken breast fried till golden brown topped with a rich white gravy and fluffy blue cheese whipped potatoes.
FEATURED STANDOUTS
Chicken Breast
Chicken breast is a great option for fried chicken due to its lean nature and its ability to absorb flavors really well. Its lean nature makes for the perfect pairing for rich blue cheese mashed potatoes and creamy buttery gravy.
Hot Sauce & Buttermilk
Hot sauce and buttermilk make an excellent combination to soak into the chicken. The buttermilk and the vinegar in the hot sauce break down the chicken making it super tender and juicy the hot sauce imparts tremendously flavorful.
Blue Cheese
Blue cheese adds a deep nutty and buttery depth of flavor to the creamy mashed potatoes.
Blue cheese has a unique combination of sharpness, saltiness, and richness that sets it apart from other types of cheese. The taste of blue cheese can vary depending on the type of milk that is used, the aging process, and the specific mold cultures that are used. Some blue cheeses are mild and creamy, while others are more sharp and intense. The aging process can also affect the flavor, with longer-aged blue cheeses having a more complex and developed flavor profile.
Russet Potatoes
Overall, russet potatoes are an excellent choice for mashed potatoes because of their starchy texture, absorbency, rustic appearance, versatility, and availability. They produce smooth, creamy, and flavorful mashed potatoes that are a favorite comfort food for many people.Russet potatoes are ideal for mashed potatoes due to their high starch content, creating a fluffy texture. Their porous texture absorbs liquid for rich flavor. Russets’ rustic skin adds visual appeal, and their versatility makes them suitable for various cooking methods. Their wide availability makes them a convenient choice.
TIPS & TRICKS FOR THE BEST CHICKEN FRIED CHICKEN AND BLUE CHEESE MASH
How to make perfect mashed potatoes
- Choose starchy potatoes (Russets or Yukon Golds) for a creamy texture.
- Peel and cut potatoes evenly, then rinse to remove starch.
- Boil potatoes until tender, drain, and steam dry.
- Mash potatoes with a ricer or masher, adding warm milk or cream.
- Season with salt, pepper, and herbs, adding butter or oil for richness.
- Garnish and serve hot for the best creamy taste.
Remember, the key is using the right potatoes, cooking them thoroughly, and handling them gently during mashing. Experiment with different liquids and seasonings to find your perfect combination. Enjoy your mashed potatoes!
Make this recipe with other protein
Make this recipe using thinly pounded steak or pork using the same marinade and breading to change up this recipe. Chicken fried steak or a breaded pork cutlet are classic options that can elevate the comfort levels of this dish.
Pack this recipe for later : Storing and Reheating
To store this recipe for later heat-up is incredibly simple and convenient.
Once the chicken is crispy and the sauce is separated, store them in separate containers. This is important because if you store the chicken and sauce together, the sauce will prevent the coating from becoming crispy when you reheat it.
When you’re ready to enjoy your chicken, reheat it in the oven until it’s warmed through. This will ensure that the coating remains crispy and the chicken is juicy and flavorful.
Great sides to pair this with chicken fried chicken and blue cheese mash
- Collard greens
- Black-eyed peas
- Okra
- Fried green tomatoes
- Macaroni and cheese
- Cornbread
- Sweet potato pie
- Pecan pie
- Banana pudding
EQUIPMENT NEEDED TO MAKE THIS RECIPE
Mixing bowl
Cutting board
Chef knife
Skillet
Stock pot
Strainer
Potato Masher
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INGREDIENTS
- Chicken Fried Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1Tb Garlic powder
- 2 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp thyme
- 2 tsp teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 Eggs
- 3c Flour (2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp paprika,2 tsp black pepper, 1 tsp salt)
- 3 cup vegetable oil, for frying
- Green Onion, diced- garnish
- Black Pepper White Gravy
- 3Tb Butter
- 4Tb Flour
- 1 tsp thyme
- ½ tsp Cayenne
- 1Tb Garlic Powder
- 2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1c Half and half
- Blue Cheese Mash:
- 2 pounds Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 4 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 4 Garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
- Chicken Fried Chicken:
- Prep the chicken, once prepped season with the spices listed, combine the egg, hot sauce and buttermilk, pour over the chicken and let sit for one hour overnight.
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour with the seasonings listed.
- Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, sit onto a wire rack to allow flour to form a skin.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain the chicken breasts on a clean wire rack. Serve with the gravy.
- To make the gravy add butter and flour into a sauce pan. Once melted add in half and half stick to thicken.
- Season with spices listed, allow to simmer for 5 minutes. Season with salt to taste and finish with butter.
- Blue Cheese Mash:
- Place the potatoes in a large pot of cold water and bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot.
- Add the milk, heavy cream, blue cheese, butter, salt, and pepper to the potatoes and mash until smooth.
- Serve the Blue Cheese Mash with the Chicken Fried Chicken.
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