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Chicken Gravy Recipe

This Chicken Gravy Recipe is a rich, smooth, and flavorful sauce made from simple ingredients and ready in minutes. Perfect for pairing with mashed potatoes, rice, or chicken, this recipe shows you How To Make Chicken Gravy From Scratch with ease. Whether you’re preparing a comforting Chicken Rice And Gravy meal or need an Easy Gravy Recipe For Mashed Potatoes, this homemade gravy is the perfect finishing touch.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional:
  • Chicken drippings for extra flavor
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or thyme

Method
 

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
  3. Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
  4. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Let the gravy simmer, stirring frequently, until it thickens.
  6. Add milk or cream for a richer texture if desired.
  7. Adjust consistency by adding more broth or simmering longer.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  9. Remove from heat and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use pan drippings for deeper flavor in your Chicken And Gravy Stovetop dishes.
  • Perfect for serving over mashed potatoes, biscuits, or chicken.
  • Works great in recipes like Baked Chicken And Gravy.
  • For a thicker gravy, cook longer or add a bit more flour.