Simple Chicken and Gravy Recipe
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
For the Gravy:
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- ½ cups chicken broth
- ½ cup milk or cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Cook the Chicken
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Gravy
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until it forms a roux (paste) and turns golden brown.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and milk, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
- Continue to cook and stir for 4-5 minutes until the gravy thickens.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the Chicken and Gravy
- Pour the gravy over the cooked chicken breasts and serve hot.
- Enjoy with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite vegetables.