Here’s a classic Southern Fried Chicken & Mashed Potatoes with Gravy recipe like the meal shown in the picture.🍗 Crispy Fried ChickenIngredients8 chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, wings, or breasts)2 cups buttermilk2 tsp salt1 tsp black pepper1 tsp paprika2 cups all-purpose flour1 tsp garlic powder1 tsp onion powder1 tsp paprika1 tsp salt½ tsp black pepperVegetable oil for fryingInstructionsIn a bowl, combine chicken, buttermilk, 2 tsp salt, pepper, and paprika. Marinate at least 4 hours or overnight.Mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in another bowl.Remove chicken from buttermilk and coat well in the flour mixture. For extra crunch, dip back into buttermilk and flour again.Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).Fry chicken in batches for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.🥔 Creamy Mashed PotatoesIngredients2 lbs (900 g) potatoes, peeled and cubed4 tbsp butter½ cup milk or creamSalt and pepper to tasteInstructionsBoil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15–20 minutes.Drain well.Mash with butter and warm milk until smooth.Season with salt and pepper.🥣 Homemade GravyIngredients3 tbsp butter3 tbsp flour2 cups chicken brothSalt and pepper to tasteInstructionsMelt butter in a saucepan.Whisk in flour and cook 1–2 minutes.Slowly whisk in chicken broth.Simmer 5–7 minutes until thickened.Season with salt and pepper.Serve the crispy fried chicken alongside a generous scoop of mashed potatoes topped with warm gravy. 🍗🥔😋