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Copycat KFC Famous Bowl Recipe

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This Copycat KFC Famous Bowl recipe brings the iconic fast food favorite right into your kitchen using simple ingredients and an air fryer. Crispy chicken nuggets nestle atop creamy buttery mashed potatoes, steamed corn, rich chicken gravy, and melted cheddar cheese, making a comforting, hearty meal that’s easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Chicken Nuggets

  • 20 chicken nuggets or tenders, divided

Vegetables

  • 12 ounce bag frozen corn, divided

Mashed Potatoes

  • 8 ounce bag Idahoan Buttery Homestyle Mashed Potatoes, prepared and divided according to package instructions

Gravy

  • 18 ounce jar Heinz chicken gravy, divided

Cheese

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 360°F (182°C) and allow it to warm up while you prepare the chicken nuggets.
  2. Cook First Batch Nuggets: Arrange 10 chicken nuggets in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Air fry them for 7-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy on the outside while fully cooked inside.
  3. Cook Second Batch Nuggets: Remove the cooked nuggets and place them on a plate. Add the remaining 10 nuggets to the air fryer basket and cook them similarly.
  4. Warm the Gravy: Pour the gravy into a small saucepan and warm over medium-low heat until bubbling, about 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Reduce heat to low and cover to keep warm.
  5. Prepare the Corn: Cook the frozen corn in the microwave following package instructions, then keep covered inside the microwave to retain warmth.
  6. Prepare Mashed Potatoes: Make the mashed potatoes according to package instructions in a large mixing bowl and cover to keep warm until ready to assemble.
  7. Assemble the Bowls: In each of four large serving bowls, spoon 1 cup of mashed potatoes as the base, add ½ cup steamed corn, pour over ⅓ cup hot chicken gravy, sprinkle ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese, and top with 5 crispy chicken nuggets.
  8. Serve Immediately: Serve the bowls hot so the cheese melts over the warm ingredients for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

  • You can use fresh or frozen chicken nuggets depending on preference or availability.
  • Adjust the gravy and cheese quantities for a richer or lighter dish.
  • For a spicier variant, add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the gravy.
  • Make sure to keep all components warm before assembling for the best melting effect.
  • Substitute mashed potato flakes with homemade mashed potatoes if preferred.

Keywords: KFC Famous Bowl, copycat recipe, chicken nuggets, mashed potatoes, chicken gravy, comfort food, air fryer recipe

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