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Simple Fried Chicken Gravy

Published: Sep 20, 2021 • Updated: Feb 24, 2023 by: Mella • 1 Comment

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This simple fried chicken gravy is the perfect complement to any fried chicken dish. A savory, flavorful sauce that requires no drippings to make.

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  • What you need
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Simple Fried Chicken Gravy

Serving fried chicken with gravy is a longstanding tradition from where I grew up (hello Jollibee fried chicken!). Many people, including myself, enjoy the classic combination of crispy chicken and gravy because:

  • Gravy adds an extra layer of flavor to the fried chicken. The rich, savory flavor of the gravy complements the crispy and juicy chicken, creating a delicious combination.
  • Gravy helps to add moisture to the chicken, making it more tender and flavorful. Fried chicken can sometimes be dry, especially if it's overcooked or reheated.

What you need

Here are the key ingredients to make a simple fried chicken gravy:

  • Butter - use unsalted since the bouillon already has enough salt.
  • All-purpose flour - can be substituted with cornstarch to make it gluten-free.
  • Beef Bouillon - is much deeper in flavor compared to liquid stock i.e. NOT BLAND
  • Onion Powder - want that KFC-like gravy? Don't skip this ingredient.

Add these ingredients for another layer of flavor

  • Rosemary and Thyme - add a pinch of each up to ¼ teaspoon. This makes a great gravy for steaks, roast beef, and roasted chicken.
  • Worcestershire Sauce - adds a hint of tang. Perfect for making sauce for pork chops and sausages
  • Garlic Powder (not garlic salt) - if you love garlic then this is a great addition.
  • Other herbs - celery powder, sage, and Italian seasoning
fried chicken gravy

How to make it–plus tips!

Here are some top tips on how to make a flavorful and delicious gravy at home:

  • Dissolve the bouillon cubes in hot water - no technical explanation but this just makes a smooth workflow.
  • Brown the butter instead of just melting it. This adds a couple of minutes to the cooking time but the flavor it yields is so worth it!
  • Cook the flour until it has completely dissolved and turned brown.
  • To prevent lumps, slowly pour the liquid while continuously stirring. Don't add it in one go.

To make brown gravy

Add drops of browning sauce towards the end of the cooking process. Start with 2 to 3 drops. Stir then add more as needed.

Another option is to use bouillon cubes that have a deeper color.

To make a creamy gravy

Substitute ¼ of the water (for the broth) with fresh milk or evaporated milk. Add it towards the end of the cooking to prevent it from curdling, heat should be set to medium and not high.

Gravy Consistency–quick fixes

Thick gravy - as the sauce cools down it can become thick and less pourable. To fix this, re-heat the stove and add hot water. Start with one tablespoon and go from there. Simmer until thickened.

Thin gravy - add cornstarch that's been dissolved in water. Start with 1 teaspoon of cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon of water. Bring to a boil then pour the cornstarch slurry.

fried chicken dipped in brown gravy

Serve

Gravy is best served warm. If this is a part of your weekly rotation, I suggest getting an electric gravy warmer. Pour over your favorite fried chicken or mashed potatoes.

Here are some of the recipes that you can serve with this:

  • Air-fryer Chicken Thighs
  • Pan-fried Chicken - substitute the mushroom gravy
  • Easy Oven Roasted Chicken

Storage and Shelf-life

Store in an air-tight container. It should last in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

To reheat, place in a pot and bring to a simmer. Season with salt, and pepper (as needed), or sprinkle some chicken or beef bouillon powder to bring back some of the flavors. Thin out with a splash of water as needed.

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Complete Recipe

homemade brown gravy recipe

Simple Fried Chicken Gravy

5 from 1 vote
This is a simple gravy recipe made deliciously flavorful with brown butter and beef stock cubes. It takes less than 10 minutes to make and is highly adaptable. Perfect for fried chicken, meatballs, steak, pork chops, roasted chicken, mashed potato, and many more!
Makes (tap to scale):6 servings
Prep Time:1 minute min
Cooking Time:10 minutes mins
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 pcs beef bouillon
  • 2 ¼ cup hot water
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour (see note 1)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • black pepper (to taste)
  • salt (optional)
  • dried herbs (optional, see note 2)

Instructions

  • Dissolve beef bouillon in hot water.
  • Melt butter in a pot over medium heat. Once it's melted, lower the heat. Swirl and stir as it cooks until the color turns to a toasty brown and the foam has subsided.
  • Add the flour, onion powder, and dried herbs if using. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until completely dissolved.
  • Slowly pour the bouillon broth while continuously whisking to prevent lumps from forming. Simmer until thickened. Season with black pepper and salt as needed.
  • Remove from heat and serve.

Recipe Notes and Tips:

  1. All-purpose flour - can be substituted with 2 ½ tablespoons of cornstarch. Dissolve in ¼ cup of water, use only 2 cups of water for the bouillon.  Follow steps 1 to 4 adding just the herbs to the browned butter. Bring the liquid to a boil then pour the cornstarch slurry.
  2. Other dried herbs you can add - rosemary, thyme - add a pinch of each up to ¼ teaspoon. Garlic powder works well too.
  3. Dash Worcestershire Sauce - adds a hint of tang. Recommended for pork chops and sausages.
  4. To make it creamy - substitute ¼ of the water (use 2 cups for the bouillon) with fresh milk or evaporated milk. Add it towards the end of the cooking to prevent it from curdling. Make sure the heat is set to medium and not high.
Author : Mella
Course : Dipping sauce
Cuisine : American-Western, Western
Keyword : beef gravy, chicken gravy, mash potato gravy
Nutrition Facts
Simple Fried Chicken Gravy
Amount per Serving
Calories
88
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
31
%
Trans Fat
 
1
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
2
g
Cholesterol
 
20
mg
7
%
Sodium
 
3
mg
0
%
Potassium
 
11
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Fiber
 
1
g
4
%
Sugar
 
1
g
1
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
236
IU
5
%
Vitamin C
 
1
mg
1
%
Calcium
 
4
mg
0
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. Jane Zimmerman says

    August 04, 2022 at 6:08 pm

    5 stars
    Very, very good! I used Better Than Buillon and followed the directions. Excellent - added 1 tsp garlic powder and 1/8 tsp thyme as well as salt and pepper to taste. Thank you so much!!

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