Hot Chicken Biscuit Bowls
A comforting dish featuring fluffy biscuits, spicy chicken, and rich gravy, inspired by Southern nostalgia.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying and Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- Biscuits
- Spicy Chicken (thighs, breasts, or tenders)
- Hot sauce
- Cayenne pepper
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Vegetable oil
- Flour (for gravy)
- Chicken broth (or milk)
- Chives or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to the biscuit package instructions or your homemade biscuit recipe (around 425°F or 220°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Bake biscuits for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Mix hot sauce, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then cook the marinated chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Whisk a tablespoon of flour into the drippings in the skillet to make a roux.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth (or milk) and cook until gravy thickens.
- Layer warm biscuits in each bowl.
- Top with spicy chicken and drizzle with gravy.
- Garnish with chives or parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve warm and consider offering extra sides like pickles or hot sauce. Experiment with options for a personalized twist!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 75g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Hot Chicken, Biscuit Bowls, Southern Food, Comfort Food, Easy Recipes