This easy chicken gravy is made from roast chicken drippings for rich flavor. It’s smooth, simple, and perfect for any meal. You only need a few basic ingredients to make it in minutes!
Ingredients Needed:
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup water or chicken stock
- ½ cup drippings from a roast chicken
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
How To Make Chicken Gravy Recipe?
- Mix the flour: In a bowl, whisk the flour with 2 to 3 tablespoons of water until smooth but not too thick.
- Add to drippings: Pour the flour mixture and the rest of the water (or stock) into the pan with the chicken drippings. Whisk until combined.
- Cook the gravy: Place the pan over medium heat and stir constantly until the gravy thickens and bubbles. Add more water or stock if needed.
- Season and serve: Taste and season with salt and black pepper. Serve warm over chicken.
Recipe Tips:
- Whisk the flour well: Make sure to mix the flour with a little water until smooth before adding it to the pan. This helps prevent lumps in the gravy.
- Use warm stock or water: If your gravy is too thick, add warm stock or water slowly while stirring. Cold liquid can make the gravy clump.
- Stir constantly while cooking: Keep stirring the gravy as it cooks to stop it from sticking to the pan or forming lumps. A whisk works best for a smooth texture.
- Cook until the gravy thickens: Let the gravy simmer for a few minutes until it reaches the right thickness. If it’s too runny, let it cook longer, but don’t rush the process.
- Taste and adjust seasoning: Chicken drippings can be salty, so always taste before adding extra salt. You can also add black pepper or a dash of garlic powder for more flavor.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Let the chicken gravy cool down first. Then, store it in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freeze: After cooling, pour the gravy into a freezer-safe container or bag. Leave some space for it to expand. Freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Pour the gravy into a small pan and warm it over low heat, stirring constantly. If it’s too thick, add a splash of water or stock until smooth.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 50 kcal
- Total Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sodium: 200mg
- Potassium: 20mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 5g
- Dietary Fiber: 0g
- Sugars: 0g
- Protein: 1g
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