Got to have some grease for the gravy. MY mom made the best chicken gravy. Haven't had it in awhile now as she is gone. I like gravy with some milk. My mom always use to stir the flour and milk together first in a very large tall glass before pouring into the pan with the drippings and cracklings. When I make gravy I use Wondra flour as it is easier and seems to mix better, but I have never made fried chicken or chicken gravy, but might have to give it a try now.
I'm sure the health police would frown on the chicken in this thread and especially M"Ettes gravy with the cream, but man does it sound good and I'm hungry.