Chicken Gravy
Transform your boring chicken into a flavorful dish with this easy homemade chicken gravy recipe. Perfect for any meal and ready in under 15 minutes!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup chicken drippings Juices from cooked chicken; if not available, replace with butter and chicken broth.
- 1 cup chicken broth For added flavor if not using drippings.
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour Alternatively use cornstarch for a gluten-free option.
- 1 cup cold water To mix with flour.
- to taste salt Adjust according to preference.
- to taste fresh black pepper For seasoning.
- optional garlic powder For extra flavor.
- optional cream For added richness.
Instructions
Preparation
- Collect the chicken drippings from the pan after roasting your chicken.
- If not using drippings, melt butter in a pan and prepare chicken broth.
- In a small bowl, mix the flour with cold water until smooth.
Cooking
- In a saucepan, heat the chicken drippings over medium heat.
- Slowly add the flour-water mixture to the pan, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the chicken broth and continue stirring until the gravy thickens.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and optional spices to your taste.
- If the gravy is too thick, add additional broth or water to reach desired consistency.
- For lumpy gravy, whisk vigorously or strain if necessary.
Notes
Taste as you go to avoid overly salty gravy. Freshly ground black pepper adds more kick than pre-ground. If gravy is too salty, add water, broth, or a raw potato to absorb salt. Store cooled gravy in a container for up to two months in the freezer. Reheat slowly and add a splash of broth or milk to adjust the consistency.