Description
This comforting Chicken and Gravy recipe features tender seared chicken breasts smothered in a creamy, flavorful homemade gravy. Perfectly seasoned and cooked on the stovetop, it’s an ideal meal served over instant mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits for a hearty and satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts, split lengthwise into thinner pieces
- Kosher salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Gravy
- 1 tablespoon chicken base
- 2 cups chicken stock
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup heavy cream
Serving
- Instant mashed potatoes, for serving
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with kosher salt and black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes per side, until they develop a golden brown crust. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare the Roux: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in garlic powder and onion powder to release their aromas. Gradually add the all-purpose flour while whisking continuously to form a smooth roux without lumps, cooking for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden.
- Add Liquids and Chicken Base: Slowly whisk in the chicken stock and chicken base, ensuring the mixture stays smooth and free of lumps. Continue stirring as the gravy begins to thicken, simmering for 3-4 minutes.
- Finish the Gravy: Stir in the heavy cream, then taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed.
- Combine Chicken and Gravy: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them thoroughly with the creamy gravy. Let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 5-7 minutes to ensure it is cooked through and tender.
- Serve: Plate the chicken with a generous amount of gravy over instant mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits for a satisfying meal experience.
Notes
- To ensure the chicken cooks evenly and stays tender, split the breasts lengthwise into thinner pieces.
- Whisking continuously when making the roux and adding liquids helps prevent lumps in the gravy.
- Adjust seasoning after adding cream to balance the flavors perfectly.
- If you prefer, you can use homemade mashed potatoes instead of instant for a fresher taste.
- This dish can be doubled easily for larger gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
