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Easy 10-Minute Homemade Chicken Gravy

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Make a simple, savory chicken gravy in ten minutes using pan drippings or just chicken broth. This sauce is perfect for mashed potatoes or roast chicken.

Ingredients

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  • 3 tablespoons chicken fat or butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons reserved pan drippings from roasted chicken

Instructions

  1. If using pan drippings, measure 3 tablespoons of fat from the roasting pan and place it in a medium saucepan over medium heat. If not using drippings, melt 3 tablespoons of butter in the saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk the flour into the melted fat or butter. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture forms a smooth paste (a roux) and smells slightly nutty. Do not let it brown.
  3. Slowly pour in the chicken broth while whisking continuously to prevent lumps.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer, still whisking occasionally. Let it cook for 3 to 5 minutes until the gravy thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  5. Remove the saucepan from the heat. Stir in the salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Serve immediately over your preferred dish.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor when using drippings, substitute 1 tablespoon of the butter with 1 tablespoon of the collected pan drippings.
  • If you prefer a very thick gravy, cook the roux for an extra minute or use 4 tablespoons of flour instead of 3.
  • To make this gravy without drippings, simply use 3 tablespoons of butter and 2 cups of chicken broth.

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