Easy Homemade Chicken Gravy from Scratch
Elevate your homemade meals with this Easy Homemade Chicken Gravy from Scratch—a quick and flavorful recipe perfect for adding a rich, velvety touch to your favorite dishes. Made with simple pantry staples like unsalted butter, all-purpose flour, and chicken broth, this gravy comes together in just 15 minutes. The secret lies in whisking up a smooth roux and slowly incorporating the broth for lump-free perfection. Seasoned with salt, pepper, and optional hints of poultry seasoning or thyme, this versatile gravy pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, or even biscuits. Whether you're hosting a holiday feast or preparing a cozy weeknight dinner, this from-scratch chicken gravy is a foolproof way to add homemade charm to any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 4 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Chicken broth
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Optional: Poultry seasoning or thyme
Instructions
Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Once the butter is fully melted, sprinkle in the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously to form a smooth roux (paste-like consistency). Cook for 1-2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.
Slowly pour in the chicken broth, a little at a time, while whisking constantly to prevent lumps. Once all the broth is added, continue whisking to ensure the mixture is smooth.
Allow the gravy to come to a gentle simmer, stirring frequently. The mixture will start to thicken after about 2-3 minutes.
Season the gravy with salt, black pepper, and, if desired, poultry seasoning or thyme for extra flavor. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
Once the gravy has reached your desired consistency, remove it from the heat and serve warm. If the gravy becomes too thick, add a splash of chicken broth and whisk to thin it out.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
553 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.3 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.1 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 2298 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.2 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 58 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 460 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
