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Creamy Chicken and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes Recipe

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This Chicken and Gravy recipe features tender, pan-seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy homemade chicken gravy perfectly seasoned with garlic and onion powders. Served over fluffy mashed potatoes, this comforting dish is ideal for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion.

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 your preferred mashed potatoes)

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken: Lightly season the chicken breasts with kosher salt and black pepper. This is the only salt added to the dish as other ingredients provide sufficient seasoning.
  2. Mix dry ingredients for gravy: In a small bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder. Set this mixture aside for making the roux.
  3. Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 5 minutes per side, until an internal temperature of 165°F is reached, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and juicy.
  4. Remove chicken from skillet: Once cooked, transfer the chicken out of the pan and set aside to keep warm.
  5. Make the gravy base: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter and chicken base to the pan and stir until melted and combined.
  6. Add flour mixture to form roux: Sprinkle in the flour and seasoning mixture. Stir continuously to form a smooth roux, cooking for 30 seconds to 1 minute to remove the raw flour taste.
  7. Add liquids to gravy: Slowly pour in the chicken stock while scraping the pan’s bottom to incorporate all browned bits. Add water and whisk vigorously to eliminate lumps. Allow the gravy to simmer until thickened to your desired consistency.
  8. Enhance with cream (optional): Stir in the heavy cream for a richer, creamier gravy texture.
  9. Prepare chicken for gravy: Shred the cooked chicken breasts if desired, then return them along with any collected juices to the pan. Let everything simmer together for a few minutes to meld flavors.
  10. Season to taste: Taste the gravy and adjust seasoning only if necessary, as the layered saltiness should suffice.
  11. Serve: Spoon the chicken and gravy over warm mashed potatoes. This dish pairs excellently with peas or garlic bread on the side for a full meal experience.
  12. Extra suggestion: For a delicious variation, try pairing this dish with Chicken and Stove Top Stuffing Casserole.

Notes

  • Only lightly season the chicken with salt since chicken base and stock add extra saltiness to the gravy.
  • Shredding the chicken before adding to the gravy is optional but helps the meat absorb more flavor.
  • Simmer the gravy gradually; avoid boiling to prevent curdling the cream if using.
  • Serve immediately over mashed potatoes for best texture and flavor.
  • Feel free to substitute chicken stock with homemade broth for richer taste.

Keywords: Chicken gravy, homemade gravy, mashed potatoes, comfort food, skillet chicken, easy dinner, creamy gravy

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