Easy Chicken and Gravy
This Chicken and Gravy recipe is the ultimate comfort meal! Tender chicken meets savory, homemade gravy for a dish that’s easy to make and always a family favorite.
Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time18 minutes mins
Total Time28 minutes mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken and Gravy Recipe
Servings: 4
Calories: 415kcal
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup yellow onion diced
- 3 teaspoon garlic minced
- ¼ cup flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Cut chicken breast in half lengthwise and season both sides with black pepper, paprika, salt, and thyme.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken on each side for 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Melt butter, then add onion and garlic. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until soft.
Whisk in flour until coated. Then, slowly whisk in chicken broth and Worcestershire sauce. Continue to stir until gravy starts to thicken and bubble.
Lower heat to medium, add the chicken back in, and simmer for 5-6 minutes.
Serve over mashed potatoes and rice.
- Perfect Doneness: For perfectly cooked chicken rice and gravy, use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F for safe, juicy results. Take the guesswork out of cooking!
- Storing & Reheating: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Allow it to thaw before reheating on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Chicken Pieces: Make sure the chicken breasts are similar in size for more even cooking.
Calories: 415kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 142mg | Sodium: 948mg | Potassium: 751mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 537IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg