Homemade KFC Bowls
A warm, cozy bowl packed with mashed potatoes, chicken, corn, cheddar, and savory gravy. This KFC bowl recipe is your go-to for when you’re craving fast food but want it homemade without a whole lot of cooking involved!
Servings: 4 bowls
Ingredients
For the Chicken Nuggets:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs Panko or regular
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Cooking oil for pan-frying or air fryer spray
For the Bowl:
- 4 cups mashed potatoes store-bought or homemade
- 2 cups frozen corn heated
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups brown gravy jar or packet mix
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken Nuggets:
- Set up three shallow bowls:
- Bowl 1: Mix the flour with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Bowl 2: Add the beaten eggs.
- Bowl 3: Add the breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the seasoned flour, then dip in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
Cook the Chicken Nuggets:
- Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook nuggets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.
Assemble the Bowls:
- Divide mashed potatoes evenly among 4 serving bowls.
- Top each with a portion of gravy, heated corn, cheese and cooked nuggets.
- Drizzle with more warm brown gravy if desired.
- Microwave each bowl for 30 seconds to melt the cheese, if desired. Serve warm.