If you’re craving the ultimate comfort food, these healthier, lightened up, and homemade KFC Famous Bowls are about to be your new favorite! We’re talking creamy mashed cauliflower, crispy chicken nuggets, buttery corn, rich gravy, and melty cheese all layered together in one cozy bowl.
Why You’ll Love These Bowls
These bowls are one of those meals that hit the spot every time! Here’s why you’ll love them:
- Comfort food made simple: They’re warm, filling, and perfect for cozy nights.
- Gluten-free friendly: We're using gluten-free chicken nuggets or tenders for an easy gluten-free meal. See my suggestion below!
- Customizable: Adjust portion sizes, toppings, and even add veggies to make it your own.
- Family-friendly: These bowls are a hit with kids and adults alike!
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to make your lower carb, copycat Famous Bowls:
- Cauliflower
- Salt
- Pepper
- Sour Cream
- Butter
- Gluten free chicken nuggets or tenders (see below)
- Corn (frozen or canned works great!)
- Gravy of choice (I make this paleo gravy without the poultry seasoning!)
- Shredded cheddar cheese
I love using Perdue's gluten free and organic chicken tenders and cutting them into bite sized pieces after they've been cooked!
Swaps and Variations
- Make it lighter: Use grilled chicken or baked chicken bites instead of fried nuggets.
- Add veggies: Sneak in broccoli, peas, or sautéed spinach for extra nutrients.
- Dairy-free option: Sub dairy-free butter, milk, and cheese to make it dairy-free while keeping that creamy flavor.
- Homemade gravy: Skip the packet and make your own gluten-free gravy for a fresher flavor with ingredients you're in control of.
How to Make KFC Famous Bowls
- Make your mashed cauliflower: Prep a creamy base of mashed cauliflower and season well with salt, pepper, sour cream, and butter.
- Cook the chicken: Air fry, bake, or pan fry your chicken nuggets according to the package directions until golden and crispy.
- Add the corn: Add the corn into the mashed cauliflower, and mix thoroughly.
- Make or heat the gravy: Heat prepared gravy on the stovetop or follow a recipe to make your own!
- Assemble the bowls: Layer mashed cauliflower in a bowl, a handful of chicken, some cheese, and a drizzle of gravy.
- Serve and enjoy: Dig in while everything is hot!
Storage and Reheating
These bowls are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftovers in separate containers:
- Fridge: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm the mashed cauliflower, chicken, and gravy in the oven. Use an oven safe dish with a plate or oven safe lid on it, then serve.
KFC Famous Bowls Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 Cauliflower
- ½ tsp. Salt
- ½ tsp. Pepper
- ¼ cup Sour Cream
- 2 tbsp. Butter
- Gluten free chicken nuggets or tenders
- 8.5 oz. Can of Corn
- 1 cup Gravy
- 1-2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Rinse and chop the cauliflower and boil until fork tender.
- Drain the cauliflower. Add the butter, sour cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder then blend until smooth with an immersion blender. Add in the can of corn, and mix thoroughly. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, cook the chicken tenders according to package directions. When cooled to touch, chop them into bite size pieces. Set aside.
- Heat or make your own gravy.
- Time to assemble the bowls! Start with a base of the cauli-corn mixture. Next the chopped chicken tenders, the cheese, then the gravy. Enjoy!
Did you try this recipe? Let me know in the comments below how it turned out, and any swaps you tried!
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