Your homemade KFC bowl sounds fantastic! It’s such a comforting, hearty meal that comes together quickly, and your tweaks with the mashed potatoes sound delicious. Here’s a more detailed breakdown if you’d like to refer back or share!
Homemade KFC Bowl
Ingredients
- Frozen popcorn chicken or nuggets (about 1 bag, prepared as per package instructions)
- Instant mashed potatoes (enough for 4 servings)
- 3 1/2 cups water
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2-3 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt, pepper, and parsley to taste
- 1 can corn (drained)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or more, to taste)
- 1 packet or jar of brown gravy (prepared according to instructions)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken
- Bake or air-fry the popcorn chicken or nuggets according to package instructions until crispy. For next-day leftovers, keep the chicken separate from the rest of the bowl to prevent it from getting soggy.
- Make the Mashed Potatoes
- In a medium saucepan, heat 3 1/2 cups of water.
- Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the instant mashed potato mix.
- Add milk, sour cream, and butter for extra creaminess, then season with salt, pepper, and parsley to taste.
- Heat the Corn
- Warm the corn in a small saucepan or in the microwave.
- Prepare the Gravy
- Prepare the gravy as directed on the packet or jar.
- Assemble the Bowls
- In each bowl, add a base layer of mashed potatoes.
- Top with corn, then add the crispy popcorn chicken.
- Drizzle with warm gravy and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Garnish with a little extra parsley if desired.
Serving Tips:
- Kid-Friendly Tip: Serve mashed potatoes and corn on the side for younger kids who like separate components.
- Storage Tip: Keep any leftover chicken separate so it stays crispy when reheated.
This is definitely a meal that’ll make your rotation list—quick, customizable, and so satisfying! Enjoy!