This Chicken Gravy Recipe is so simple to make, outrageously delicious, and will put any store bought gravy to shame! It will instantly take your mashed potatoes to the next level, and takes just 10 minutes to make! No drippings needed!
Chicken Gravy Recipe
Move over canned gravy and powder packets… you’re about to gain chef status with your friends and family once you serve up this creamy Chicken Gravy Recipe!
Diane writes: "This is a wonderful gravy … easy and tasty!! Thank you!!"
When it comes to gravy, my hubby is all about the Beef Gravy, but I’m a Chicken Gravy girl all the way.
If you love chicken gravy too, I know you’re going to really LOVE this easy homemade gravy recipe.
Trust me… once you try this old fashioned homemade chicken gravy recipe, you’ll never go back to those store bought cans or jars again. It doesn’t even compare!
Even your Homemade Mashed Potatoes will be singing its praises!
Plus, you won’t believe how EASY it is to make your own chicken gravy.
You’ll just whisk a few ingredients together, and you’re done!
In less than 10 minutes you’ll have dreamy, creamy gravy just like Grandma’s… but without all the work.
And you better believe you’ll be looking for anything you can smother it on just so you can get another taste of this savory dream!
Yep ~ it’s THAT good!
So what are you waiting for? It’s time to learn how to make some outrageously delicious homemade chicken gravy!
You’ll just need these simple ingredients to get this Homemade Sauce Recipe started…
What is the Secret to Good Gravy?
My top tip for making smooth gravy is continual whisking. This one simple trick will make ALL the difference when cooking up your gravy.
Even though it’s tempting in the kitchen… don’t multitask, don’t walk away, and just whisk, whisk, whisk for perfectly dreamy, creamy gravy!
Trust me… staying right there with your gravy is the secret to perfectly smooth gravy, every time!
What is the Best Ingredient to Thicken Gravy?
The secret to perfectly thick gravy is adding in All Purpose Flour. It’s the perfect thickener when making homemade gravy for chicken and dressing.
Flour will give your gravy that perfectly thick and fluffy texture you’re after!
Chicken Gravy Ingredients
So what is chicken gravy made of?
Well, you’ll just need a few simple ingredients to make your own creamy chicken gravy.
First, check your pantry and refrigerator. Then add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you’ve got everything on hand…
- Salted Butter – the higher quality the butter, the better the flavor!
- All Purpose Flour – to thicken your gravy.
- Chicken Broth – a simple shortcut… no drippings needed!
- Whole Milk – for the ultimate rich, creamy flavor!
- Chicken Bouillon – Chicken Base can be substituted.
- Onion Powder
- Black Pepper
How to Make Chicken Gravy from Scratch
It’s actually SO easy to make your own chicken gravy at home!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Melt your butter in skillet on the stove, then add in your flour and stir.
2. Whisk in chicken broth, then add in all remaining ingredients.
3. Continue whisking until your gravy thickens, and you’re done!
Now there is only one thing left to do. Serve & ENJOY!
See… I told you this was going to be EASY!!
Pour over mashed potatoes, chicken or turkey, and enjoy every savory bite!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
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Chicken Gravy Reviews
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One reader writes: “I love this! So simple to make”
Diane writes: “This is a wonderful gravy … easy and tasty!! Thank you!!”
Rhonda writes: “Soooo good”
Dawn writes: “Love that this is made in 10 minutes!”
Lisa writes: “Delicious gravy”
Beverly writes: “Good – love it”
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Chicken Gravy Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Salted Butter
- 1/4 cup All Purpose Flour
- 1 3/4 cups Chicken Broth (or one 14.5 oz can)
- 1/4 cup Milk
- 1 tablespoon Chicken Bouillon, (Chicken Base can be substituted)
- 1/4 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1/8 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Add butter to a 10 – 12″ skillet, and melt over medium-high heat.
- Then add flour to skillet, stirring constantly until combined with the butter. Immediately after that, begin to whisk in the chicken broth, about 1/4 cup at a time…. whisking continually.
- After all chicken broth has been added, continue whisking as you add in the Milk, Chicken Bouillon, Onion Powder, and Black Pepper.
- Whisk for a few more minutes as the gravy thickens, then serve and ENJOY!
Notes
- This gravy is best served immediately, but leftovers can also be saved and reheated for later. Store in refrigerator and use within 2 days, or freeze and use within 1 week.
- When it comes time to reheat, simply warm up in a small pot on the stove, and whisk in some additional milk to smooth out any lumps.
- For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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Such a delicious and easy recipe with those staple pantry items! Yum!
Thanks, Michelle! And you’re right… it’s likely you’d already have all of the ingredients on hand! 🙂
Thanks, I will save this!
That’s wonderful, Christine… I hope you love it!
This gravy will be great for the holidays Thanks!
You’re very welcome!!
It’s kind of blowing my mind this chicken gravy is so easy, Heidi! I can’t tell you how many times I’ve totally forgotten the gravy while serving mashed potatoes and tried to whip something up at the last minute only to have it come out super lumpy. I’m super excited to try your recipe! Hugs, CoCo
Haha… I know, right? I’ve struggled with lumps, too, when using the packets… and finally decided it was time to perfect the whole creamy gravy scene. It really is SO simple to make, CoCo… I hop you love it! 🙂
Thanksgiving is almost here! But first, I’m going to roast a chicken and make this creamy chicken gravy on the side. Yum!!
That’s a great idea, Rosemary… this would go perfectly with a roasted chicken!
Ha, I just found out, Bryce Canyon is not in AZ but in UT… Sorry, too much time has passed since then … But the rest of the mentioned places is… 😉
Yes… it is in Utah, but it is absolutely lovely! My family just visited Bryce Canyon earlier this year. 🙂
Great recipe for the holiday season – pinned!
Thanks so much, Carol!
Dear Heidi,
that sounds like an excellent sauce. So far, I’ve only known chicken sauce when I’ve roasted a chicken in the oven – the aromatic juice that is created by roasting is a “chicken sauce” for me. But I like the idea of making the sauce without the chicken.
Thank you for your comment on my photos of Fall colors. You made me really aware again that in many countries around the world it is something very special to see any leaves changing color. I love autumn, even if it means that the weather is sometimes unfriendly and the cold winter is approaching.
By the way – for me Arizona is something very special. We were there in 2012 – including the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon National Park and Page / Lake Powell / Antelope Canyon. What breathtaking landscapes! If you are interested in my travel report from back then, here is an overview (from there you can navigate your way to the individual chapters.) :
https://rostrose.blogspot.com/p/servus-ihr-lieben-zunachst-einmal.html
and a translate button is in my right sidebar.
All the best from Austria,
Traude
https://rostrose.blogspot.com/2021/10/italien-reisebericht-toskana-ankommen.html
Thank you so much for sharing, Traude… that sounds like such an amazing trip! My family loves to visit the Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, and Lake Powell, but we’ve never been to Antelope Canyon yet. It looks beautiful, though. I hope you have the chance to try the chicken gravy, too… it really is delicious. 🙂
This is going to be so useful for thanksgiving!
That’s wonderful to hear, Janie!
It looks delicious.
In france we don’t use much gravy but I love it.
xx
Margot
https://troughthepasturesofthesky.com
That’s so interesting, Margot… I sure love it, too. 🙂