Description
This classic Chicken and Gravy Stovetop recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy homemade gravy. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner, this easy-to-make dish combines simple seasonings and pantry staples to create a flavorful, hearty meal that pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Gravy
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Season the chicken: In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over all sides of the chicken breasts or thighs for full flavor.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes on each side until the chicken is golden brown, cooked through, and juices run clear. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside on a plate.
- Make the roux: Reduce the heat to medium and add unsalted butter to the same skillet. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour. Cook the mixture while whisking continuously for 1–2 minutes until it forms a smooth, golden paste, which will thicken the gravy.
- Prepare the gravy: Slowly whisk in the chicken broth to the roux, stirring constantly to prevent lumps. Then stir in the milk or heavy cream and Worcestershire sauce if using. Continue to cook and stir the sauce for 3–5 minutes until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Combine chicken with gravy: Return the seared chicken pieces to the skillet, spoon the gravy over the top, and let everything simmer together for 3–4 minutes to warm through and meld flavors.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken and gravy for a pop of color and freshness if desired. Serve hot over your choice of mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles for a complete, comforting meal.
- You can substitute chicken tenders or shredded rotisserie chicken for a quicker preparation.
- For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free all-purpose flour instead of regular flour.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, adding more salt or spices as preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with gravy
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
