One Pan Chicken and Gravy Recipe

This chicken and gravy recipe is a comforting meal that's quickly become my new favorite recipe. Tender chicken is soaked in a homemade gravy that's all served over creamy mashed potatoes. It's simple yet so delicious and makes for the ultimate easy weeknight dinner!

The Best Chicken With Gravy On Top

I am obsessed with Southern comfort food, and this chicken with gravy recipe is one of my favorite combinations. Served with some mashed potatoes, I could eat this meal every night! 

I love making this chicken and gravy as a cozy dinner on chilly nights during the fall. It just warms me up from the inside out and has to be one of my favorite comfort food meals.

This chicken and gravy recipe has a combination of tender chicken and creamy homemade gravy seasoned with the perfect blend of oregano, paprika, thyme, and other flavorful herbs is enough to have you hooked. I know I am!

I seriously make this chicken and gravy recipe at least once a week during the fall and winter months because it's such a simple and delicious dinner. My family loves it as much as me, so it's a win-win!

I always serve chicken and gravy over these red skin mashed potatoes, so you'll want to check that recipe out too, for a complete meal. 

Ingredients

Not only is this chicken and gravy recipe easy to make, but the ingredients used are so simple. You might already have some of them in your pantry! 

Check out what you need to make chicken and gravy:

• 1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into strips 
• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 tsp. chicken seasoning  
• ½ tsp. salt
• ¼ tsp. black pepper
• 3 tbsp. butter
• 3 tbsp. flour
• 1 ¼ cups chicken broth
• ½ tsp. thyme
• 1 tsp. sweet paprika
• ½ tsp. oregano
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

If you're running to the store to grab chicken breasts, get some extra so you can make this cream cheese chicken next.

How To Make Chicken and Gravy 

1. Season chicken: In a bowl, season the chicken with salt, pepper, and chicken seasoning. Toss to coat the chicken evenly and set the bowl aside.

2. Cook chicken: In a large cast-iron skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and fry for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.

3. Make the gravy: In the same pan, add the butter and let it melt, scraping the browned chicken bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the flour to the pan and stir. Cook the flour mixture for about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

4. Complete the gravy: Slowly add the chicken broth to the pan and whisk constantly to combine until the mixture is smooth without any lumps. Add the sweet paprika, thyme, and oregano and mix. Lett the gravy cook over low heat for 5 minutes, whisking, until the gravy thickens slightly.

5. Add chicken: Return the chicken to the pan with the gravy and stir well to coat all of the chicken and let everything cook for 5 minutes. Serve chicken and gravy over mashed potatoes and garnish with chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Expert Tips To Make The Best Chicken with Gravy

• Use boneless skinless chicken thighs for a richer flavor from the dark meat.
• Use reduced-sodium chicken broth or low-sodium chicken broth to cut the sodium level in this classic dish.
• Cook the chicken the night before to save some time making this recipe.
• Make mashed potatoes the night before so they're ready to serve as soon as this recipe is done.
• For ultimate convenience, use a rotisserie chicken and shred it. Then, just make the gravy and add the shredded chicken to it.

How To Store and Reheat Chicken and Gravy

Transfer leftover chicken and gravy to separate airtight containers and store it in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Transfer the cooled leftover chicken and gravy to separate freezer-safe airtight containers. Store the leftovers in the freezer for up to 3 months.

To reheat the leftover chicken, place it in a pan with a bit of oil or water and heat over medium heat. Warm the gravy in a pot over medium heat for a few minutes, or microwave it for about 30 seconds.

FAQs About This Chicken and Gravy Recipe

What is chicken gravy made of?

Chicken gravy is typically made with flour, butter, broth, and seasonings like salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme.

What if I don't have chicken seasoning?

If you don't have chicken seasoning, just add a little more paprika, thyme, and oregano. 

What can I serve with chicken and gravy?

Chicken and gravy is one of those recipes where you can serve it on top of virtually any side you desire. I love to serve chicken and gravy with classic mashed potatoes, cheesy mashed potatoes, stick of butter rice, and parmesan noodles.

More Recipes with Chicken

• White chicken chili
• Sour cream chicken
• Chicken pasta casserole
• Ground chicken casserole
• Salt and pepper chicken wings