Burton's Southern Fried Chicken with White Gravy

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
2. Add the chicken cubes to the marinade and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
3. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Place the chicken cubes in a large resealable bag and add the all-purpose flour. Seal the bag and shake until the chicken is evenly coated.
4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.
5. Remove the chicken from the pan. Add the butter and flour to the pan and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
6. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the heavy cream and stir to combine.
7. Return the chicken to the pan and cook for 5-10 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy is thick and bubbly.
8. Serve the chicken with the white gravy.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is a classic Southern comfort food.
• The marinade helps to tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor.
• The white gravy is made with butter, flour, chicken broth, and cream.
• This dish is great served with mashed potatoes, biscuits, and coleslaw.