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Home » Main Dish » Chicken » Easy Chicken and Gravy

Easy Chicken and Gravy

5 from 2 votes
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Total 30 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Serves 4 servings

By: Mariam Ezzeddine  |  December 22, 2021This post may contain affiliate links, read my disclosure policy for details

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Made with simple ingredients, this Chicken and Gravy recipe features tender and moist pan-fried chicken breasts smothered in a rich from scratch gravy. Perfect as an easy weeknight recipe, this classic comfort recipe comes together in 30 minutes. Served over some mashed potatoes or your carb of choice, this creamy chicken recipe is packed with flavor.

A plate of chicken, gravy, mashed potatoes, and green beans.

This smothered chicken and gravy recipe is a weeknight star. It uses pantry staples to transform a pack of regular chicken breast into a hearty old-fashioned dinner. It’s perfect for when you’re craving something warm and cozy. It’s a dream of a recipe that comes together quickly and easily. 

I cannot stress enough how much I rely on easy weeknight recipes. Juggling a family with work means a packed schedule so having dinner done in 30 minutes is game-changing. Another recipe I love to make on weeknights is my Garlic Butter Mushroom Chicken Bites and Easy Chicken Lo Mein.

Why You’ll Love This Chicken and Gravy Recipe

  • It only uses one pan. Perfect for a quick clean-up, everything from the chicken to gravy is made in one pan! Who doesn’t love an easy one-pot recipe?!
  • A dreamy creamy gravy. This homemade gravy tastes like it’s been simmering all day but only requires a few minutes to come together. You’ll want to make extra as it’s perfect for drizzling over some mashed potatoes or rice. 
  • It’s so easy! Trust me, this recipe is the perfect easy recipe that anyone can make.

Chicken and Gravy Ingredients

Ingredients needed for chicken and gravy.
  • Chicken breasts: slice the chicken breasts lengthwise so they take less time to cook through.
  • Seasoning: I use Italian seasonings, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and salt to season this chicken and gravy recipe.
  • Olive oil: or whatever oil you prefer.
  • Butter: use unsalted butter.
  • All-purpose flour: to make the roux for the gravy, you’ll need some flour.
  • Chicken broth: use low sodium chicken broth if possible. You can use homemade broth or store-bought for the gravy.
  • Soy sauce: use low sodium soy sauce to keep the gravy from tasting too salty. 
  • Chopped parsley: to garnish

How To Make Chicken and Gravy

Chicken seared in a pan.
  • Season the chicken: Season the chicken breasts with Italian seasonings, garlic powder, pepper, and salt.
  • Sear the chicken: Heat a large skillet with oil on a medium flame, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes until they turn golden. Transfer them to a plate and set them aside.
Gravy being made in a pan.
  • Make the roux: To the same skillet add the butter. Once the butter is melted, sprinkle the flour and cook for a minute. 
  • Make the gravy: Pour the chicken broth and whisk simultaneously, add in the onion powder, salt, and pepper, let the gravy simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Simmer the chicken: Transfer the chicken back to the skillet and cook until the sauce thickens and the chicken is cooked through.
Chicken added to a pan of gravy.
  • Garnish and serve: Garnish the chicken and gravy with chopped parsley and serve over mashed potato.
a pan of chicken and gravy.

Tips and Notes

  • Feel free to add fresh or dried herbs to the gravy for added flavor.
  • We slice the chicken breasts so they’re more even and cook up faster. If you use uncut chicken breasts, then you risk the outside drying out before the interior cooks.
  • To check if your chicken is cooked through, use an instant read thermometer and make sure the chicken is cooked to 165F.
  • Make this spicy with the addition of some red chili flakes or cayenne pepper to the sauce.
  • You can swap the boneless skinless chicken breasts for chicken thighs. Simply adjust the cooking time as thighs take a little less time to cook.
  • You can use skin-on chicken breasts if you’d like. Just be sure to sear the chicken skin-side down first and when adding the chicken back to the pan, have the skin facing up to keep it crispy. 
A spoon lifting a chicken breast in gravy.

FAQs

What should I serve with chicken and gravy?

Homemade mashed potatoes are my go-to for chicken and gravy. You can also serve it with rice, bread, or pasta. A side of roasted vegetables is great as well.

What pan can I use?

You can use a simple non-stick pan or a cast iron pan for this homestyle chicken and gravy recipe. Either works for this recipe! A large pan with more surface area is ideal as you won’t overcrowd the chicken.

How do I store leftovers?

​​To store leftover chicken and gravy, place it together in an airtight food storage container and refrigerate. Leftovers will keep for 3 to 4 days. To reheat, place the chicken and gravy in a covered skillet or saucepan and gently reheat over low heat. 

Can I freeze this?

Yes! Both the chicken and gravy are freezer-friendly. Simply allow the chicken and gravy to cool and transfer it to a freezer-safe container. 

A platter with chicken and gravy.

More Creamy Chicken Recipes

  • Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta
  • Creamy Mushroom Steak
  • Chicken and Mushroom Pasta
  • Creamy Red Pepper Rigatoni Pasta
  • Creamy Sundried Tomato Chicken Thighs

I hope you enjoy all the recipes I share with you, including this delicious Chicken and Gravy recipe. I hope you try it, enjoy it, rate it, and share it with your friends and family!

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A plate of chicken, gravy, mashed potatoes, and green beans.

Easy Chicken and Gravy

5 from 2 votes
Created by Mariam E.
Made with simple ingredients, this Chicken and Gravy recipe features tender and moist pan-fried chicken breasts smothered in a rich from scratch gravy. Perfect as an easy weeknight recipe, this classic comfort recipe comes together in 30 minutes. Served over some mashed potatoes or your carb of choice, this creamy chicken recipe is packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts sliced lengthwise
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon low sodium soy sauce
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped parsley to garnish

Instructions

  • Season the chicken breasts halves with Italian seasonings, garlic powder, pepper and salt.
  • Heat a large skillet with oil on a medium flame, add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-6 minutes until they turn golden. Transfer them to a plate and set aside.
  • To the same skillet add the butter. Once the butter is melted, sprinkle the flour and cook for a minute.
  • Pour the chicken broth and whisk simultaneously, add in the onion powder, salt and pepper, let the gravy simmer for 5 minutes.
  • Transfer the chicken back to the skillet and cook until the sauce thickens and chicken is cooked through.
  • Garnish the chicken and gravy with chopped parsley and serve over mashed potato.

Notes

  • Feel free to add fresh or dried herbs to the gravy for added flavor.
  • We slice the chicken breasts so they’re more even and cook up faster. If you use uncut chicken breasts, then you risk the outside drying out before the interior cooks.
  • To check if your chicken is cooked through, use an instant read thermometer and make sure the chicken is cooked to 165F.
  • Make this spicy with the addition of some red chili flakes or cayenne pepper to the sauce.
  • You can swap the boneless skinless chicken breasts for chicken thighs. Simply adjust the cooking time as thighs take a little less time to cook.
  • You can use skin-on chicken breasts if you’d like. Just be sure to sear the chicken skin-side down first and when adding the chicken back to the pan, have the skin facing up to keep it crispy. 

Nutrition

Calories: 275kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 492mg | Potassium: 523mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 219IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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