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Chicken and Gravy over Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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This homemade Chicken and Gravy recipe served over creamy mashed potatoes offers a comforting and hearty meal. Tender chicken breasts are pan-seared to juicy perfection, then simmered in a rich, flavorful gravy made from a buttery roux, chicken stock, and aromatic spices. It’s easy to prepare and perfect for a satisfying dinner, complemented perfectly by mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts, split lengthwise into thinner breasts (or 4 medium/small chicken breasts)
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • Kosher salt & black pepper, to taste

Gravy

  • 3 Tbsp butter
  • 1 Tbsp chicken base (Better Than Bouillon recommended)
  • 4 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional)

To Serve

  • Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes (or preferred mashed potatoes)

Instructions

  1. Season the Chicken: Lightly season the chicken breasts with kosher salt and black pepper. Remember, only a little salt is used to avoid over-salting the gravy later.
  2. Prepare the Flour Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the flour, additional salt (sparingly), pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Set aside.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken breasts for about 5 minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  4. Make the Roux: Lower the heat to medium-low. Add butter and chicken base to the pan and stir until melted and combined.
  5. Add the Flour Mixture: Sprinkle in the flour-spice mixture and stir well to form a roux. Cook while stirring for 30 seconds to 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
  6. Add Liquids: Slowly pour in the chicken stock while scraping up any browned bits from the pan’s bottom. Add water and whisk continuously until no lumps remain. Let the gravy simmer until thickened to your desired consistency.
  7. Finish the Gravy: Pour in the optional heavy cream, stirring to combine and enrich the gravy.
  8. Combine Chicken and Gravy: Shred the cooked chicken if desired, then add it back to the gravy along with any juices collected. Let them simmer together for a few minutes to meld flavors.
  9. Adjust Seasoning: Taste the gravy and add additional seasoning only if necessary, being cautious with salt.
  10. Serve: Spoon the chicken and gravy generously over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes. This dish also pairs wonderfully with egg noodles or rice. Serve alongside peas or garlic bread for a complete meal.

Notes

  • Only lightly season the chicken with salt initially; the chicken base and stock provide enough salt for the recipe.
  • The heavy cream is optional but adds richness and a velvety texture to the gravy.
  • Shredding the chicken before adding it back lets the flavors meld better but can be served as whole breasts if preferred.
  • This recipe is easily paired with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.
  • For a variation, try making the Chicken and Stove Top Stuffing Casserole for a comforting twist.

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