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Delicious homemade easy chicken gravy served over rice.

Easy Chicken Gravy

A delightful, quick, and simple gravy made with just a handful of ingredients, perfect for enhancing your meals.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Condiment, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 95

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons butter Ensure melted evenly to prevent burning.
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth For richer flavor, use homemade.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Ingredients
  • herbs like thyme or sage Experiment with various herbs for flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in the flour to form a roux, cooking for about 1-2 minutes until light brown.
  3. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps.
  4. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and any optional herbs.
  6. Serve over cooked chicken or your favorite comfort food.

Notes

If you have leftover gravy, store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, warm it on the stove over low heat, whisking occasionally. If it thickens too much, add a splash of chicken broth or water.
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