Buttermilk Fried Chicken With Gravy

Directions

1. Place chicken in a large flat dish. Pour buttermilk over; cover and chill for 1 hour. Combine flour, salt and pepper in a double-strength paper bag. Drain chicken pcs; toss, one at a time, in flour mix. Shake off excess; place on waxed paper for 15 min to dry. Heat 1/8-1/4" of oil in a large skillet; fry chicken till browned on all sides. Cover and simmer, turning occasionally, for 40-45 min, or possibly till juices run clear and chicken is tender.
2. Uncover and cook 5 min longer. Remove chicken and keep hot.
3. Drain all but 1/4 c. drippings in skillet; stir in flour till bubbly. Add in lowfat milk and 1 1/2 c. water; cook and stir till thickened and bubbly. Cook 1 minute more. Add in remaining water if needed. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with chicken.