Homestyle Chicken and Gravy Recipe

Homestyle Chicken and Gravy Recipe

from momsdinner.net
30 min
4 servings

Super flavorful, yet uncomplicated, recipe for Shredded Chicken and Gravy that is wonderful served over mashed potatoes. This is the comfort food you want when you need a little food lovin'.

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts split lengthwise into thinner breasts; or 4 medium/small chicken breasts
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • kosher salt & black pepper
  • 3 Tbsp butter
  • 1 Tbsp chicken base ((we recommend Better Than Bouillon brand))
  • 4 Tbsp all purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (*Optional!! )
  • Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes

Directions

  1. 1

    Recipe Note: The only salt used in this recipe is to lightly season the chicken breasts. Don't add extra salt while making the gravy. There is enough salt from the seasoned chicken, chicken base, and chicken stock. Taste the gravy at the very end to see if it needs additional seasoning.

  2. 2

    In a small bowl mix together the flour, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Season the chicken breasts lightly with kosher salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium heat add some olive oil and cook the chicken breasts, about 5 minutes per side, until the chicken reaches 165℉ internal temp.

  4. 4

    Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside.

  5. 5

    Lower the heat to medium-low, add the butter and chicken base to the pan and stir to help it melt.

  6. 6

    Sprinkle in the flour-onion powder-garlic powder mixture and stir it well so that it forms a roux. Let it cook, while stirring for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

  7. 7

    Slowly pour in the chicken stock and scrape up all the bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the water and whisk it well so there are no lumps. Let it simmer until it is thickened to desired consistency.

  8. 8

    Pour in optional heavy cream.

  9. 9

    Shred the chicken if desired and then add back to the gravy along with any collected juices. Let it simmer together for a few minutes.

  10. 10

    Taste the gravy and see if you need additional seasoning.

  11. 11

    Serve over mashed potatoes or rice.Excellent with peas on garlic bread on the side.