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Homestyle Chicken and Gravy

Homestyle Chicken and Gravy

Homestyle Chicken and Gravy is a classic comfort food that has been a staple of American home cooking for generations. The dish consists of tender, crispy fried or baked chicken served with a rich, savory gravy made from the pan drippings. It's a hearty and filling meal, often enjoyed with mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits. With its simple yet satisfying flavors, this dish evokes feelings of warmth and nostalgia, making it a go-to for family dinners or cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2.5-3 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 packets chicken gravy 0.87 ounces each
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, combine chicken breasts and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Allow the chicken breasts to cook, uncovered, for about 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through (a thermometer inserted in the center of a chicken breast should register at least 165F).
  2. Turn off the heat. Use two forks to shred the chicken in the pan, being careful not to splash the hot broth.
  3. Whisk the dry contents of the chicken gravy packets into the pan, stirring well until dissolved.
  4. Add in the garlic powder, black pepper, and cream of chicken soup, stirring until thoroughly incorporated.
  5. Turn the heat to medium and allow the mixture to heat for about 5 minutes, or until gravy has thickened a bit.
  6. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits.
  7. In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, combine chicken breasts and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Allow the chicken breasts to cook, uncovered, for about 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through (a thermometer inserted in the center of a chicken breast should register at least 165F).
  8. Turn off the heat. Use two forks to shred the chicken in the pan, being careful not to splash the hot broth.
  9. Whisk the dry contents of the chicken gravy packets into the pan, stirring well until dissolved.
  10. Add in the garlic powder, black pepper, and cream of chicken soup, stirring until thoroughly incorporated.
  11. Turn the heat to medium and allow the mixture to heat for about 5 minutes, or until gravy has thickened a bit.
  12. Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits.

Notes

  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days. You may need to stir in a splash of water or broth when reheating, as the gravy tends to thicken more as it cools.
  • I prefer using homemade cream of chicken soup for this recipe, because it's a great way to add flavor. However, if you're using canned cream of chicken soup, I recommend whisking one can of condensed soup with one can of milk for best results.
  • Feel free to use pre-cooked chicken if you have some on hand! I'd recommend about 4 cups of cooked chicken. You can simply add it to the hot broth and let it warm up for a few minutes before adding the remaining ingredients.
  • I don't find that this recipe needs additional seasoning, but if you want to add some poultry seasoning to the gravy, feel free--I'd start with 1/4 teaspoon and add more if you