Chicken Gravy
This homemade chicken gravy is silky, flavorful, and comes together in just 20 minutes for the perfect comfort food addition.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or ghee for nuttier flavor
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or 2 tablespoons cornstarch for gluten-free
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth homemade or Swanson’s
- 1 cup pan drippings from roasted chicken optional, but recommended
- 1/2 cup milk whole or 2%) or light cream
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves or 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Pinch garlic powder or a small minced garlic clove optional
Instructions
- Gather a medium saucepan, a whisk, and a heatproof spoon.
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat until it sizzles.
- Sprinkle flour into melted butter and whisk constantly to form a roux.
- Gradually pour in chicken broth and drippings while whisking to avoid lumps.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer to thicken the gravy.
- Stir in milk, thyme, garlic, salt, and pepper. Remove from heat and add parsley before serving.
Notes
If short on drippings, add Better Than Bouillon for flavor. Store leftover gravy in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 120kcal
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