Chicken and Gravy
This easy Chicken and Gravy recipe is the perfect comfort food. Made with simple pantry staples in one skillet, it's hearty, flavorful, and ready in under an hour.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Tongs
- Whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter divided
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cups chicken broth
- 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped, optional
Instructions
- Slice each chicken breast in half lengthwise to create four thinner cutlets. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. When hot, add the chicken cutlets.
- Cook for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Once melted, whisk in the flour and stir constantly for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Add Italian seasoning and onion powder. Simmer until the gravy thickens, about 3–5 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet with any juices. Simmer together for 4–5 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165°F internally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
For added richness, stir in a splash of cream to the gravy. To make it gluten-free, use cornstarch or a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months.