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    Home » Recipes

    KFC Famous Bowl Copycat Recipe

    Published: Nov 7, 2023 by Alison · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    This copycat recipe of the KFC Famous Bowl is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that combines all the flavors of the original in one bowl. It’s perfect for a quick lunch or dinner and is sure to satisfy your craving for the famous KFC dish.

    KFC famous bowl

    If you love the famous bowl at KFC, you’ll love our copycat recipe. This homemade version is quick, easy, and tastes just like the real deal.

    With layers of creamy mashed potatoes, savory gravy, tender pieces of fried chicken, corn kernels, and shredded cheese all packed into one bowl – it’s a comfort meal that will leave you feeling warm and satisfied. It also pairs perfectly with our copycat KFC biscuits for a complete meal.

    chicken mashed potatoes gravy corn and cheese in a bowl

    The best part about making these famous bowls at home is that you have complete control over the ingredients. You can customize them by adding extra toppings, swap out ingredients or adjust anything to suit your taste buds. Plus, making them yourself allows you to save money compared to buying them from a fast-food restaurant.

    Give this homemade version of KFC’s famous bowls a try! It’s a 30 minute dinner that brings all your favorite flavors together in one hearty casserole-style meal. Trust me; once you’ve tried it, there’s no going back and Colonel Sanders would agree!

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    • KFC Famous Bowl Ingredients
    • Recipe Variations
    • How to Make KFC Famous Bowls at Home
    • Recipe Tips
    • How to Store
    • FAQs
    • More Copycat Recipes
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    KFC famous bowl ingredients

    KFC Famous Bowl Ingredients

    • Frozen popcorn chicken
    • Mashed potatoes
    • Gravy
    • Corn
    • Shredded cheese

    Recipe Variations

    • Add bacon for a savory twist.
    • Swap fried chicken for grilled chicken.
    • Use whatever shredded cheese you’d like. We used cheddar cheese but Monterey Jack or Colby cheese would be good too.
    • Can use chicken nuggets or breaded chicken tenderloins.
    • Add other vegetables such as mixed vegetables if you’d like.
    • Make a spicy KFC famous bowl by using spicy popcorn chicken and adding hot sauce on top.
    KFC famous bowl copycat meal in a bowl

    How to Make KFC Famous Bowls at Home

    1. Cook the popcorn chicken per directions on package.
    2. Prepare the corn, gravy and mashed potatoes according to package directions or make homemade.
    3. Assemble the bowls by adding a layer of mashed potatoes, corn, chicken, gravy then shredded cheese on top.
    4. Dive in and enjoy warm!

    Recipe Tips

    • Save time and prepare ingredients the day before, store in fridge in separate containers and assemble the next day.
    • Customize your bowl to your liking by using whatever you have on hand or use up leftovers.
    • For a quick dinner, use premade ingredients, heat and assemble.
    • Use an air fryer to cook the chicken faster as you make the other ingredients.
    • Homemade or store bought gravy will work in this recipe.

    How to Store

    To store the leftovers for KFC’s famous bowl recipe, transfer ingredients separately into airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

    KFC bowl with gravy

    FAQs

    Can I make a healthier version of this KFC famous bowl?

    Yes, you can make a lighter version. Swap fried chicken for grilled chicken, mashed potatoes with cauliflower mash and low-fat cheese in place of regular cheese.

    How long does it take to prepare this copycat recipe?

    The total preparation time for making these homemade KFC famous bowls is around 30 minutes. It may take slightly longer if you are cooking the chicken from scratch or making your own mashed potatoes and gravy.

    More Copycat Recipes

    • Taco Bell Crunchwrap Supreme
    • Wendy’s Frosty
    • White Castle Sliders
    • Cosmic Brownies
    • Starbucks Pumpkin Cream Cheese Muffins

    Recipe

    KFC Famous Bowl Copycat Recipe

    Alison McFadden
    This copycat recipe of the KFC Famous Bowl is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that combines all the flavors of the original in one bowl. It's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner and is sure to satisfy your craving for the famous KFC dish.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Copycat Recipes, Main Dishes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings

    Ingredients
      

    • 26 ounces Frozen popcorn chicken
    • 4 cups Mashed potatoes
    • 1 cup Gravy
    • 1 (15.25 oz.) Canned corn
    • 2 cups Shredded cheese

    Instructions
     

    • Cook the popcorn chicken per directions on package.
    • Prepare the corn, gravy and mashed potatoes according to package directions or make homemade.
    • Assemble the bowls by adding a layer of mashed potatoes, corn, chicken, gravy then shredded cheese on top.
    • Dive in and enjoy warm!

    Notes

    To store the leftovers for KFC’s famous bowl recipe, transfer ingredients separately into airtight containers and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

    Nutrition Disclosure

    Nutritional facts are estimates and are provided as a courtesy to the reader. Please utilize your own brand nutritional values to double check against our estimates. Nutritional values are calculated via a third party. Changing ingredients, amounts or cooking technique will alter the estimated nutritional calculations.

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