Yield: 2 Cups
Chicken Gravy Recipe
This rich and creamy homemade chicken gravy recipe is so easy to make with just 5 simple ingredients in 10 minutes! Using chicken pan drippings, you can make a rich and delicious chicken gravy with *way* more flavor than anything you'll find in a packet!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons pan drippings from chicken
- 2 cups chicken broth
- Salt and freshly cracked pepper, to taste
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Instructions
- Melt butter in a medium sized skillet over medium to medium-high heat.
- Add flour to the melted butter, whisking constantly so the butter and flour do not burn. Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes, whisking constantly, until the flour starts to lightly brown and become fragrant.
- Pour in the drippings and chicken broth, making sure to continuously whisk. Get into the sides of the skillet, to ensure you combine everything well. Bring gravy to a simmer and cook for 4 to 5 minutes, continually stirring, until the gravy has thickened.
- Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve immediately.
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Notes
Store: Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days. We like to keep the chicken gravy separate from anything else.
Reheat: We like to reheat this gravy on the stove. It’s easier to adjust the thickness with a little aded broth, if needed. But, if you’re in a hurry, you can use the microwave as well.
Freeze: Pour gravy into a freezer safe bag and lay flat to freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
No Drippings: This recipe can be made without the drippings if you don’t have any, but they do add an incredible depth of flavor! Just follow the instructions with the exception of adding the drippings. You’ll still have a tasty chicken broth gravy to enjoy.
Whisk: You’ll notice that we mentioned the need to constantly stir several times in the recipe description. Don’t skip that step! Whisking continuously is the key to a smooth and non-lumpy chicken gravy.
Herbs: Add 1 tablespoon freshly minced herbs like rosemary, oregano, parsley or thyme when you add the broth. If using dried herbs, start with 1 teaspoon and add more to taste, if needed.
Garlic: Want to make a garlicky gravy? Whisk a tablespoon of freshly minced garlic into the roux and cook for 30 seconds, then continue with recipe as directed.
Drippings From a Whole Chicken: If you roasted an entire bird, you’ll have a lot more drippings than if you bake chicken breasts. Pour those beautiful drippings into a measuring cup or bowl and let them rest for a few minutes. The fat will separate from the rest of the drippings and rise to the top. Use a large spoon to remove most of the fat and then pour the rest into your chicken gravy!
Nutrition
Calories: 43kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 11mg, Sodium: 243mg, Potassium: 20mg, Fiber: 0.1g, Sugar: 0.3g, Vitamin A: 94IU, Vitamin C: 0.1mg, Calcium: 4mg, Iron: 0.2mg