Copycat KFC Mashed Potatoes

Name: Copycat KFC Mashed Potatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 10 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds medium potatoes, peeled and halved; 3 teaspoons salt, divided; 3/4 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 6 tablespoons butter; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 2 cups chicken or beef gravy, optional

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Yield 10 servings

Test Kitchen Approved

In about 30 minutes, you can enjoy copycat KFC mashed potatoes at home—no drive-thru required. Serve the soft, creamy potatoes with gravy, or use them as the base of a fried chicken bowl.

Ingredients

3 pounds medium potatoes, peeled and halved
3 teaspoons salt, divided
3/4 cup whole milk
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
6 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups chicken or beef gravy, optional

Directions

Place potatoes in a stock pot; add water to cover. Season water with 1 teaspoon salt; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook, uncovered, until soft, 15-20 minutes. Drain; press through a potato ricer or strainer into a large bowl.
In a small saucepan, heat milk, cream and butter until just warm and butter is melted. Add milk mixture to the bowl with potatoes; gently stir until combined. Season with remaining 2 teaspoons salt and pepper. If desired, serve with gravy and additional pepper.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 192 calories, 12g fat (8g saturated fat), 34mg cholesterol, 776mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 3g protein.