Description
This Homestyle Chicken and Gravy recipe offers tender, seasoned chicken breasts cooked to golden perfection and served smothered in a rich, creamy gravy made from a buttery roux and chicken broth. A comforting American classic, it’s easy to prepare on the stovetop and pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits for a hearty meal.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Gravy
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup whole milk or heavy cream
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides thoroughly with garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to infuse them with flavor.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place the chicken breasts in the skillet and cook for 4–5 minutes per side until they develop a golden-brown crust and reach an internal temperature of 165°F, ensuring they are cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and keep warm.
- Make the roux: Reduce the skillet heat to medium and add the unsalted butter. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly to create a smooth roux without browning it too much.
- Prepare the gravy: Slowly whisk in the chicken broth to the roux, stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Allow the mixture to simmer for 3–5 minutes until it thickens. Stir in the milk or heavy cream and continue cooking for an additional 2 minutes to create a rich, creamy gravy.
- Combine and serve: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the gravy over the top. Let everything simmer together for 2–3 minutes to warm through and marry the flavors. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired and serve immediately.
Notes
- This dish pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits to soak up the delicious gravy.
- For added depth of flavor, use pan drippings from the chicken or add a splash of Worcestershire sauce to the gravy.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
