How to make KFC famous bowl
To make a KFC famous bowl similar to the one served at Kentucky Fried Chicken, follow these steps:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of cooked white rice
- 2 cups of mashed potatoes
- 1 cup of corn kernels
- 1 cup of shredded cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup of turkey gravy
- 1/4 cup of crispy fried onions
Instructions:
1. Cook white rice according to package instructions and set aside.
2. Prepare mashed potatoes by boiling peeled and diced potatoes until tender. Drain the water and mash the potatoes with a fork or potato masher until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Heat a can of corn kernels, or cook fresh or frozen corn until tender.
4. Cook chicken (you can use leftover cooked chicken or cook boneless chicken breasts in a skillet until fully cooked). Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
5. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
6. In an oven-safe bowl or dish, layer the ingredients. Start with a scoop of cooked white rice as the base, followed by a layer of mashed potatoes.
7. Add the corn on top of the mashed potatoes, followed by the shredded chicken.
8. Pour the turkey gravy evenly over the ingredients in the bowl.
9. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
10. Place the bowl in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the cheese has melted and the bowl is heated through.
11. Remove the bowl from the oven and sprinkle crispy fried onions on top as a final garnish.
12. Serve the KFC famous bowl hot and enjoy!
Note: Feel free to customize your famous bowl by adding other ingredients like bacon bits, green onions, or sour cream, according to your taste preferences.
To make a KFC famous bowl, follow these step-by-step instructions:
Step 1: Gather the Ingredients
- 4 cups of cooked, shredded chicken
- 4 cups of cooked white rice
- 2 cups of corn kernels (canned or frozen)
- 2 cups of cooked and crumbled bacon
- 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 packet of dry ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup of KFC gravy (store-bought or homemade)
Step 2: Prepare the Chicken
- Cook the chicken until fully done and shred it into small pieces using forks or a mixer.
- Season the shredded chicken with salt, pepper, and any additional desired seasonings.
Step 3: Cook the Rice
- Cook the white rice according to the package instructions, and set it aside.
Step 4: Prepare the Corn
- If using frozen corn, cook it according to the package instructions and set it aside.
- If using canned corn, drain the liquid and set it aside.
Step 5: Cook the Bacon
- Cook the bacon until it becomes crispy and crumble it into small pieces. Set aside.
Step 6: Prepare the Gravy
- Make the KFC-style gravy by either following the instructions on the store-bought packet or by making it from scratch using a recipe.
Step 7: Assemble the Famous Bowl
- Start by layering the cooked rice at the bottom of individual serving bowls.
- Top the rice with a layer of shredded chicken.
- Add a layer of corn kernels on top of the chicken.
- Sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the corn layer.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the bacon.
- Finally, pour warm KFC-style gravy over the entire bowl, covering all the ingredients.
Step 8: Serve and Enjoy
- Serve the KFC famous bowls immediately while they are still hot and the cheese is melted.
- Optional: Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley for added flavor and presentation.
Now you have your homemade KFC famous bowls ready to enjoy!
To make a KFC famous bowl at home, you will need the following ingredients:
- Cooked chicken: You can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. You can either bake, grill, or fry the chicken until it is fully cooked and tender.
- Mashed potatoes: You can make your own mashed potatoes by boiling and mashing potatoes with butter, milk, salt, and pepper. Alternatively, you can use instant mashed potatoes for convenience.
- Corn: Use canned or frozen corn, cooked according to the package instructions.
- Gravy: You can make your own gravy by combining chicken broth, flour, butter, salt, and pepper, and cooking it on the stove until thickened. Alternatively, you can use pre-made gravy.
- Shredded cheese: Cheddar or a similar type of cheese is commonly used.
Once you have all the ingredients ready, follow these steps to assemble your KFC famous bowl:
1. Start by layering the bottom of a bowl with a generous scoop of mashed potatoes.
2. Next, add a layer of cooked chicken pieces on top of the potatoes.
3. Add a layer of corn on top of the chicken.
4. Pour a generous amount of gravy over the corn, chicken, and potatoes.
5. Sprinkle a handful of shredded cheese on top.
6. Microwave the bowl for about 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Now, your homemade KFC famous bowl is ready to enjoy!
Please note that this recipe is an approximation and may not be an exact replica of the KFC famous bowl.