INGREDIENTS
For the Chicken:
2 tbsp
paprika
2 tbsp
freshly ground black pepper
2 tsp
garlic powder
2 tsp
dried oregano
1/2 tsp
cayenne pepper
4
boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 4 ounces each), or 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 8 ounces each), cut and pounded into 4 cutlets (see note)
1 cup
buttermilk
1
large egg
1 tbsp
plus 2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
1 1/2 cups
all-purpose flour
1/2 cup
cornstarch
1 tsp
baking powder
4 cups
vegetable shortening or peanut oil, for frying
For the Cream Gravy:
2 tbsp
unsalted butter
1
small onion, finely chopped (about 3/4 cup)
2
medium cloves garlic, minced (about 2 teaspoons)
2 tbsp
all-purpose flour
1 cup
whole milk
3/4 cup
heavy cream
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper