Chicken Gravy from Scratch

Easy chicken gravy is a great homemade addition to any meal. It is not hard to make and tastes much better than any packet!

My chicken gravy recipe is the only one you'll ever need. It's so easy to make and tastes delicious! And you don't have to worry about lumpy gravy or overpowering flavors - follow these simple steps, and you'll have perfect, smooth gravy every time.

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And the best part? You can customize your chicken gravy to your liking. Whether you prefer a thicker or thinner consistency, this recipe has you covered!

Why you'll love this Homemade Chicken Gravy Recipe

Something really cool about gravy is that you can adjust it based on what you like and it almost always turns out great. This recipe uses onions, celery, carrots, and chicken stock or broth to pack this gravy full of flavor.

The carrots, celery, and onions are seen as a powerful base for soups and broths because they can make everything a million times better in both taste and smell.

While it’s easy enough to pick up a packet of dry gravy sauce from the store and boil it with water, a homemade chicken broth gravy isn’t too much more work.

Well, there are a few more steps and minutes involved but there’s a huge difference in appearance, taste, smell, and thickness. All of which are reasons why I urge everyone to try making gravy at least once in their life.

Ingredients for Homemade Chicken Gravy

• Butter
• Carrots 
• Celery 
• Onion 
• Flour
• Chicken stock or broth
• Salt
• Pepper

Stock vs Broth for Easy Chicken Gravy

You can use either one for this gravy. Broth is made from boiling the meatier parts of a chicken and water together. Stock is made from vegetables, chicken meat and bones simmering in water for a long time. As a result, stock is more flavorful than broth, so if you’re looking for a better option stock is usually it.

How to make the Best Chicken Gravy

1. In a medium sized saucepan on the stove, melt your butter.
2. Add in the carrots, celery, onions, salt and pepper, stirring to combine.
3. Cook until the veggies are slightly softened and starting to turn a golden brown.
4. Add in the flour and then stir until the veggies are coated.
5. Add in the chicken stock or broth and then stir until smooth.
6. Bring the pot to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened. This should take about 3-5 minutes depending on your preference.
7. Strain the gravy to remove the chunks and then serve.

Easy Chicken Gravy Variations

You already have the great base for veggies adding flavor, but adding in some fresh herbs can make a huge difference too.

• Thyme
• Sage
• Parsley
• Chives

can add a ton of flavor in a very simple way.

How to make Chicken Gravy from Scratch using drippings

If you have a cooked chicken that isn’t too salty or powerful in flavor like a BBQ sauce, then there’s no real reason why you cant grab some of that chicken drippings created and add it to replace some of the broth or stock.

Ways to use this Best Chicken Gravy

Chicken stock gravy is a game changer at the dinner table for sure. Not just on big Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays where gravy graces the table in a little boat, but for your everyday dinner too.

Of course, I mention dinner because that’s when it’s most used, but pouring some gravy over a meaty sandwich at lunch is also a great idea, so don’t toss out any leftovers!

How to store the Best Chicken Gravy

Let your chicken gravy cool completely, and then transfer it to an airtight container or mason jar. You can keep it in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Alternatively, you can freeze your chicken gravy for up to 3 months. Either freeze it in an airtight container or pour it into ice cube trays for smaller portions. When ready to use the frozen gravy, thaw it in the fridge overnight and reheat as directed below.

How to reheat Chicken Gravy From Scratch

If you have some leftover chicken gravy made from scratch, don't worry - it's just as easy to reheat. Here's how to reheat your gravy safely:

1. Spoon your gravy into a saucepan and warm it over medium heat.
2. Use a whisk to break up any clumps carefully.
3. Add a splash of chicken broth or water if it seems too thick.
4. Continue stirring until heated through and simmering.