Description
Copycat KFC Famous Bowls feature layers of crispy popcorn chicken, sweet corn, creamy mashed potatoes, savory beef gravy, and melted cheddar cheese, creating a comforting and easy weeknight meal.
Ingredients
1 (12 ounce) package frozen popcorn chicken
½ cup frozen corn, heated
1 package beef gravy, prepared
4 cups mashed potatoes
½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the popcorn chicken according to package directions. Set aside.
- Heat the corn on the stovetop or in the microwave until warm.
- Prepare the gravy according to package directions.
- Assemble the bowls by layering mashed potatoes on the bottom, then popcorn chicken, corn, gravy, and finally shredded cheddar cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to your liking and serve immediately.
Notes
Use rotisserie chicken instead of popcorn chicken for a lighter version.
Swap beef gravy for mushroom or chicken gravy for different flavors.
Add sautéed vegetables like peas or carrots to the corn layer for extra nutrition.
Top with green onions or crispy fried onions for added texture.
Homemade mashed potatoes and gravy can enhance flavor.
This dish is mild; add hot sauce or cayenne pepper for spice.
Freezing leftovers is not recommended due to texture changes in mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Dinner
- Method: Cooking, Assembling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: Approx. 500-600 kcal
- Sugar: Approx. 4-6g
- Sodium: Approx. 800-1000mg
- Fat: Approx. 20-25g
- Saturated Fat: Approx. 6-8g
- Unsaturated Fat: Approx. 10-12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 55-60g
- Fiber: Approx. 3-4g
- Protein: Approx. 25-30g
- Cholesterol: Approx. 50-70mg
