KFC Gravy Copycat Recipe
Learn how to make KFC’s famous gravy at home in just 15 minutes! This easy copycat recipe is rich, peppery, and perfect for mashed potatoes, chicken, and more.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
- Category: Sauce/Gravy
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
¼ cup butter (or pan drippings for extra flavor)
¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups chicken broth (preferably low-sodium)
1 ½ cups beef broth (preferably low-sodium)
½ tsp onion powder
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp black pepper (freshly ground for best results)
Salt to taste
Instructions
Make a Roux
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the flour to form a roux. Stir constantly for about 2-3 minutes, until it turns golden brown and smells slightly nutty.
2. Add the Broth
Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, followed by the beef broth, making sure to avoid lumps.
3. Season the Gravy
Add onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper.
Continue whisking and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
4. Simmer and Thicken
Let the gravy simmer for 5–7 minutes, whisking frequently, until it thickens to your desired consistency.
5. Taste and Adjust
Taste and add salt or more pepper if needed. You can also add a dash of soy sauce for extra umami if desired.
6. Serve
Remove from heat and pour over mashed potatoes, fried chicken, or biscuits.
Notes
For smoother gravy, strain it before serving.
If it gets too thick, whisk in a splash of warm broth to thin it out.
Want it extra savory? Add a teaspoon of soy sauce or Worcestershire.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 18mg
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