Description
This Copy Cat KFC Famous Bowls recipe recreates the beloved fast-food favorite at home, combining creamy mashed potatoes, crispy chicken strips, golden corn, savory gravy, and melted cheddar cheese into a comforting layered dish perfect for family dinners or game day treats.
Ingredients
Scale
Mashed Potatoes
- 8–10 baking potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1/4 cup half & half
- 1 (8 oz) block cream cheese, softened
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Toppings
- 12–14 crispy chicken strips, cooked
- 1 can golden corn kernels, warmed
- 1 cup brown gravy
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Mashed Potatoes: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the peeled and cubed potatoes, and cook for about 30 minutes or until tender. Drain well and return the potatoes to the pot.
- Mash the Potatoes: Using a potato masher, mash the potatoes until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the half & half and softened cream cheese to the potatoes, continuing to mash until the mixture is creamy and well combined.
- Warm the Corn and Chicken: While the potatoes cook, warm the golden corn kernels and cooked crispy chicken strips. You can heat the chicken in the oven or microwave until hot and crispy.
- Heat the Gravy: Prepare or heat the brown gravy until hot and ready to serve.
- Assemble the Bowls: In individual serving bowls, start by adding a generous layer of mashed potatoes. Top evenly with warmed corn kernels, followed by the crispy chicken strips. Pour hot brown gravy over the top and finish with a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Serve: Serve immediately while warm, allowing the cheddar cheese to melt slightly into the gravy and potatoes for a comforting and delicious bite.
Notes
- You can substitute half & half with milk or cream for different creaminess levels.
- For extra flavor, season the potatoes with garlic powder or onion powder.
- Use rotisserie chicken pieces if you prefer homemade chicken instead of store-bought strips.
- Make the brown gravy from scratch or use your favorite store-bought variety.
- This recipe can be prepared ahead by making mashed potatoes and gravy in advance; reheat before assembling bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Boiling, Mashing, Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: KFC Famous Bowls, Copycat KFC recipe, mashed potatoes, crispy chicken, brown gravy, comfort food, layered chicken bowl
