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Need gravy in a hurry but don’t have pan drippings? This quick and easy chicken gravy is the perfect solution. With just a few pantry ingredients like chicken broth, flour, and Worcestershire sauce, you can whip up a smooth,
It’s an excellent gravy for hot chicken or turkey sandwiches or a chicken dinner with a rotisserie chicken. Or drizzle the gravy over fried chicken and biscuits.
What You’ll Like About This Dish
No drippings needed. Just broth, butter, and a few flavor boosters make a rich, satisfying gravy.
Fast and foolproof. Ready in under 10 minutes from start to finish.
Versatile and tasty. Great with chicken, turkey, biscuits, or mashed potatoes.
Ingredient Notes
- Butter: Forms the base of the roux for thickening—unsalted gives you more control over seasoning.
- Flour: All-purpose flour thickens the gravy when cooked with butter.
- Chicken broth: Use low-sodium if possible, especially if your bouillon or base is salty.
- Worcestershire sauce: Adds depth and savory flavor.
- Chicken bouillon or base: Intensifies the chicken flavor—adjust to taste.
- Gravy Master or Kitchen Bouquet: Optional, but adds color and richness.
- Salt and pepper: Season at the end to taste—start light and build up.
Steps to Make Quick and Easy Chicken Gravy
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over low heat.
- Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 2 minutes to form a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth.
- Cook, stirring, until the mixture thickens and bubbles.
- Stir in Worcestershire sauce, chicken base, and Gravy Master or Kitchen Bouquet.
- Taste and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
Tips for Smooth Gravy
- Cook the flour long enough to eliminate the raw taste—about 2 minutes over low heat.
- Whisk constantly while adding broth to avoid lumps.
- If the gravy is too thick, whisk in a splash of extra broth to thin it slightly.
- For a darker gravy, add more Kitchen Bouquet or a splash of soy sauce.
- Strain through a fine mesh sieve for an extra-smooth finish, if desired.
Recipe Variations
- Turkey version. Use turkey broth and turkey base for a Thanksgiving-style gravy.
- Creamy twist. Add a splash of cream or half-and-half at the end for a richer texture.
- Onion flavor. Sauté finely chopped onion or shallot in the butter before adding the flour.
- Garlic note. Stir in a pinch of garlic powder or roasted garlic for extra depth.
- Gluten-free option. Use a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch slurry instead of flour.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve over mashed potatoes or stuffing.
- Pour over hot chicken or turkey sandwiches.
- Drizzle on fried chicken or chicken-fried steak.
- Pair with biscuits for a quick comfort food meal.
- Add to a shepherd’s pie or pot pie filling.
How to Store and Reheat
Refrigerate: Store leftover gravy in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freeze: Cool completely, then freeze in portioned containers for up to 3 months. Stir well after reheating to restore texture.
Reheat: Warm gently in a saucepan over low heat, stirring frequently. Add a splash of broth or water if it thickens too much.
Quick and Easy Chicken Gravy
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, or unsalted
- ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp chicken bouillon granules or base
- 1 tsp Gravy Masteror Kitchen Bouquet (optional)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes.4 tbsp unsalted butter | 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth. Cook, whisking often, until the gravy comes to a simmer and thickens.2 cups low-sodium chicken broth, or unsalted
- Stir in the Worcestershire sauce and chicken bouillon granules or base. Add Gravy Master or Kitchen Bouquet to the gravy, if desired.1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce | 1 tsp chicken bouillon granules or base | 1 tsp Gravy Masteror Kitchen Bouquet (optional)
- Taste and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, as needed.Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Nutrition
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
