Description
Delightful chicken and gravy promises comfort straight from Grandma’s kitchen. Juicy chicken nestles in rich, velvety sauce, delivering pure home-style satisfaction you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise to make 4 fillets
Seasoning:
- 1.5 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking and Gravy Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
- 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley
Instructions
- Transform chicken breasts into thinner, more uniform fillets by carefully slicing each piece lengthwise, creating four even portions.
- Generously coat the chicken with a blend of aromatic seasonings, ensuring each fillet is evenly and thoroughly seasoned.
- Preheat a large skillet with a combination of olive oil and butter, creating a perfect searing environment with medium-high heat.
- Carefully place seasoned chicken into the hot skillet, allowing each side to develop a golden-brown crust, approximately 5 minutes per side.
- Remove beautifully seared chicken and set aside on a clean plate, preserving its moisture and warmth.
- Utilize the same skillet to create a rich, velvety gravy by melting remaining butter over medium heat.
- Sprinkle flour into the melted butter, stirring continuously to create a smooth roux that will thicken the sauce.
- Slowly introduce beef broth while whisking vigorously, eliminating any potential lumps and creating a silky consistency.
- Enhance the gravy’s flavor profile with a harmonious blend of Italian seasoning, additional onion powder, and a splash of Worcestershire sauce.
- Gently reintroduce the seared chicken into the simmering gravy, allowing it to cook through and absorb the robust flavors.
- Continue cooking until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature and the gravy achieves a perfect, slightly thickened texture.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant, aromatic finish.
- Serve immediately atop creamy mashed potatoes, creating a comforting and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Transforming simple chicken breasts into a mouthwatering meal happens with just a few pantry staples.
- Cooking this dish creates a rich, comforting gravy that hugs each tender chicken piece perfectly.
- Minimal ingredients and quick preparation make this recipe a weeknight dinner superhero that saves time and satisfies hunger.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg