Best 9 Perfect Roasted Chicken And Gravy Recipes

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Indulge in the Culinary Delight of Roasted Chicken and Gravy: A Timeless Classic

Savor the tantalizing aroma of perfectly roasted chicken, its golden-brown skin glistening with savory goodness. Immerse your taste buds in the tender, succulent meat, infused with a symphony of herbs and spices. This classic dish, elevated by a rich and flavorful gravy, embodies comfort food at its finest. Join us on a culinary journey as we present two irresistible recipes that will transform your kitchen into a haven of roasted chicken and gravy aromas.

The first recipe guides you through the art of creating a succulent roasted chicken, meticulously seasoned with a vibrant blend of herbs and spices. The chicken roasts to perfection, achieving a crispy, golden-brown exterior while maintaining tender and juicy meat on the inside.

The second recipe takes you on a gravy-making adventure. Discover the secrets to crafting a rich, velvety gravy that complements the roasted chicken perfectly. With simple, step-by-step instructions, you'll learn how to extract maximum flavor from the roasted chicken drippings, creating a luscious gravy that elevates the entire dish.

Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook seeking culinary inspiration, these recipes are designed for success. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with our perfect roasted chicken and gravy, a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CLASSIC ROAST CHICKEN & GRAVY



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What more can we say? A classic roast chicken recipe should be in everyone's repertoire, and it can always save the day

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Main course

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 onion, roughly chopped
2 carrots, roughly chopped
1 free range chicken, about 1.5kg/3lb 5oz
1 lemon, halved
small bunch thyme (optional)
25g butter, softened
1 tbsp plain flour
250ml chicken stock (a cube is fine)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 190C/fan 170C/gas 5. Have a shelf ready in the middle of the oven without any shelves above it.
  • Scatter 1 roughly chopped onion and 2 roughly chopped carrots over the base of a roasting tin that fits the whole 1 ½ kg chicken, but doesn't swamp it.
  • Season the cavity of the chicken liberally with salt and pepper, then stuff with 2 lemon halves and a small bunch of thyme, if using.
  • Sit the chicken on the vegetables, smother the breast and legs all over with 25g softened butter, then season the outside with salt and pepper.
  • Place in the oven and leave, undisturbed, for 1 hr 20 mins - this will give you a perfectly roasted chicken. To check, pierce the thigh with a skewer and the juices should run clear.
  • Carefully remove the tin from the oven and, using a pair of tongs, lift the chicken to a dish or board to rest for 15-20 mins. As you lift the dish, let any juices from the chicken pour out of the cavity into the roasting tin.
  • While the chicken is resting, make the gravy. Place the roasting tin over a low flame, then stir in 1 tbsp flour and sizzle until you have a light brown, sandy paste.
  • Gradually pour in 250ml chicken stock, stirring all the time, until you have a thickened sauce.
  • Simmer for 2 mins, using a wooden spoon to stir, scraping any sticky bits from the tin.
  • Strain the gravy into a small saucepan, then simmer and season to taste. When you carve the bird, add any extra juices to the gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 567 calories, Fat 40 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Protein 49 grams protein, Sodium 0.84 milligram of sodium

PERFECT ROAST CHICKEN



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For the perfect roast chicken dinner every time, try this popular recipe from Ina Garten, Food Network's Barefoot Contessa.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (5 to 6 pound) roasting chicken
Kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 large bunch fresh thyme, plus 20 sprigs
1 lemon, halved
1 head garlic, cut in half crosswise
2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter, melted
1 large yellow onion, thickly sliced
4 carrots cut into 2-inch chunks
1 bulb of fennel, tops removed, and cut into wedges
Olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Remove the chicken giblets. Rinse the chicken inside and out. Remove any excess fat and leftover pin feathers and pat the outside dry. Liberally salt and pepper the inside of the chicken. Stuff the cavity with the bunch of thyme, both halves of lemon, and all the garlic. Brush the outside of the chicken with the butter and sprinkle again with salt and pepper. Tie the legs together with kitchen string and tuck the wing tips under the body of the chicken. Place the onions, carrots, and fennel in a roasting pan. Toss with salt, pepper, 20 sprigs of thyme, and olive oil. Spread around the bottom of the roasting pan and place the chicken on top.
  • Roast the chicken for 1 1/2 hours, or until the juices run clear when you cut between a leg and thigh. Remove the chicken and vegetables to a platter and cover with aluminum foil for about 20 minutes. Slice the chicken onto a platter and serve it with the vegetables.

ROAST CHICKEN DINNER WITH GRAVY



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Use just one pan to make a complete roasted chicken dinner with roasted carrots, potatoes and a creamy herb gravy.

Provided by College Inn® Broths and Stocks

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     College Inn® Broths and Stocks

Time 1h40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ pound small red potatoes, halved
2 large carrots, sliced diagonally into 1/2-inch long rounds
2 sprigs fresh thyme
2 sprigs fresh rosemary
salt and pepper to taste
2 cups College Inn® Unsalted Bold Chicken Stock, divided, plus more as needed
1 (4.5 pound) whole chicken
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon heavy cream

Steps:

  • Arrange a rack in lower third of oven with no racks above it; preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place potatoes, carrots, thyme and rosemary in a 12-inch cast iron or other oven-safe deep skillet. Season with salt and pepper and pour in 1 cup of stock. Rub skin of chicken with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Place chicken breast-side-up on top of vegetables.
  • Roast chicken, basting with the pan juices every 20 minutes, about 60 to 75 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Transfer chicken to a platter, draining juices from the cavity of the chicken into the pan. Using a slotted spoon, remove vegetables and arrange around chicken on the serving platter.
  • Bring pan drippings to a simmer over medium heat. Add flour and whisk constantly for 1 minute. Add 1 cup of stock and whisk until smooth. Simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes. If too thick, whisk in additional stock 2 Tbsp. at a time until desired consistency is reached. Add cream, if desired, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Carve the chicken and serve with the vegetables and gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 794.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.1 g, Cholesterol 223.4 mg, Fat 43.7 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 73.6 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 306.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

ROAST CHICKEN PAN GRAVY



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This is your basic pan gravy technique, and it doesn't matter what the meat is. You can do this for a leg of lamb, a roast beef, a roast pork loin, or a pan-roasted chicken.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup drippings from a roast chicken
2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups cold chicken stock, or more if needed
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Pour fat from drippings into a bowl and reserve. Whisk flour into remaining drippings left in pan; mixture will seem dry. Add 2 tablespoons reserved fat, or as needed, to the drippings mixture to combine with flour.
  • Place pan of drippings mixture over low heat and toast flour until light brown and mixture gives off a nutty fragrance, about 5 minutes.
  • Drizzle about 1/3 cup cold chicken stock at a time into pan drippings, whisking each addition of stock into mixture until thoroughly combined. Continue whisking, scraping any browned pan drippings from the bottom of the pan into gravy; bring to a simmer. Continue to cook, whisking constantly, until gravy is thick and flour has combined with the liquid, 8 to 10 minutes.
  • Adjust thickness of gravy; if too thick, whisk in a little more stock. If gravy is too thin, continue to simmer, whisking constantly, until reduced and thickened, about 10 more minutes. For the smoothest texture, strain gravy before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 43.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 0.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 463.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

PERFECT ROAST CHICKEN



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The almost universal appeal of roasted chicken stems from its power to comfort. The ideal roasted chicken recipe will leave your chicken golden brown and gleaming, tender, and juicy. The crackle of chicken as it roasts and the wondrous aroma that perfumes the kitchen provoke a feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Chicken

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 six-pound roasting chicken
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 medium onions, peeled and sliced crosswise 1/2 inch thick
2 lemons
3 large cloves garlic, peeled
4 sprigs fresh thyme
1 cup Homemade Chicken Stock, or canned low-sodium chicken broth, skimmed of fat

Steps:

  • Let chicken and 1 tablespoon butter stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Remove and discard the plastic pop-up timer from chicken if there is one. Remove the giblets and excess fat from the chicken cavity. Rinse chicken inside and out under cold running water. Dry chicken thoroughly with paper towels. Tuck the wing tips under the body. Sprinkle the cavity of the chicken liberally with salt and pepper, and set aside.
  • In the center of a heavy-duty roasting pan, place onion slices in two rows, touching. Place the palm of your hand on top of lemon and, pressing down, roll lemon back and forth several times. This softens the lemon and allows the juice to flow more freely. Pierce entire surface of lemon with a fork. Using the side of a large knife, gently press on garlic cloves to open slightly. Insert garlic cloves, thyme sprigs, and lemon into cavity. Place chicken in pan, on onion slices. Cut about 18 inches of kitchen twine, bring chicken legs forward, cross them, and tie together.
  • Spread the softened butter over entire surface of chicken, and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Place in the oven, and roast until skin is deep golden brown and crisp and the juices run clear when pierced, about 1 1/2 hours. When chicken seems done, insert an instant-read thermometer into the breast, then the thigh. The breast temperature should read 180 degrees and the thigh 190 degrees.
  • Remove chicken from oven, and transfer to a cutting board with a well. Let chicken stand 10 to 15 minutes so the juices settle. Meanwhile, pour the pan drippings into a shallow bowl or fat separator, and leave onions in the pan. Leave any brown baked-on bits in the bottom of the roasting pan, and remove and discard any blackened bits. Using a large spoon or fat separator, skim off and discard as much fat as possible. Pour the remaining drippings and the juices that have collected under the resting chicken back into the roasting pan. Place on the stove over medium-high heat to cook, about 1 minute. Add chicken stock, raise heat to high, and, using a wooden spoon, stir up and combine the brown bits with the stock until the liquid is reduced by half, about 4 minutes. Strain the gravy into a small bowl, pressing on onions to extract any liquid. Discard onions, and stir in the remaining tablespoon of cold butter until melted and incorporated. Untie the legs, and remove and discard garlic, thyme, and lemon. Carve, and serve gravy on the side.

SIMPLE CHICKEN GRAVY



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I cook by instinct, and this gravy is good. After roasting your chicken, remove it to a platter and follow these directions.

Provided by John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 3

½ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup water, or as needed
1 (3 pound) roasted chicken (drippings from chicken)

Steps:

  • Add water to the chicken drippings to make about 1 1/2 cups of liquid in the bottom of the roaster.
  • Whisk water into the flour until it is thick, but not pasty. Whisk the flour/water mixture into the drippings, and put the roaster on the stove over medium heat. Stir constantly until mixture is thickened and bubbly. Add salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 343.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.9 g, Cholesterol 112.4 mg, Fat 17.5 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 35.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 104.9 mg

CLASSIC ROAST CHICKEN AND GRAVY



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Make and share this Classic Roast Chicken and Gravy recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelynathens

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 (5 lb) chicken
1/2 onion
4 cloves garlic
1/2 lemon
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil or 1 tablespoon butter
3/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crumbled dried rosemary
1/4 teaspoon rubbed dried sage or 1/4 teaspoon dried savory (optional)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3/4 cup chicken stock

Steps:

  • Remove giblets and neck, if present, from chicken; rinse chicken inside and out; pat dry with paper towels.
  • Place onion and garlic in cavity; squeeze juice from lemon and set aside; add lemon to cavity.
  • Tie legs together with kitchen string; tuck wings under back; brush all over with oil; sprinkle with thyme, rosemary, salt and pepper; place, breast side up, on rack in roasting pan; roast, uncovered; in 325F (160C) oven for 1 ½ hours.
  • Roast, basting occasionally with pan juices, until juices run clear when thigh is pierced and meat thermometer inserted in thigh registers 185F (85C), about 1 ½ hours; transfer chicken to platter and tent with foil; let stand for 10 minutes before carving.
  • Skim fat from pan juices; sprinkle flour over juices; cook over medium-high heat, whisking, for 1 minute; gradually pour in chicken stock and reserved lemon juice, whisking until smooth and thickened, about 3 minutes; pour into warmed gravy boat.
  • Cut string holding legs together; discard onion, lemon and garlic; using kitchen scissors, cut chicken into 2 breast and 2 leg portions; cut each breast in half diagonally; cut through each leg at joint to separate into drumsticks and thighs; serve with gravy.

ROAST CHICKEN WITH PAN GRAVY



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In an uncertain world, everybody needs a truly excellent recipe for roast chicken, one that will never, ever fail you. This is it. And although basting the chickens seems like a chore, it will give them a beautiful burnished glow. Killing two birds with one stone-that is, cooking two birds together-provides dinner tonight and enough leftovers for three more meals. Saving both chicken carcasses for the stockpot (they can be frozen if desired) is key.

Categories     Sugar Conscious     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added

Yield Makes 4 with leftovers

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 whole chickens (about 3 1/2 pounds each)
1 stick unsalted butter, cut into tablespoons, divided
6 large garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
2 lemons, halved
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups water
Equipment: kitchen string

Steps:

  • For roast chicken:
  • Preheat oven to 450°F with rack in middle.
  • Pull off excess fat around cavities of chickens and discard, then rinse chickens and pat dry. Melt 4 tablespoons butter with garlic and brush butter all over chickens. Season both chickens inside and out with 2 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper (total). Put half of garlic and 1 lemon half in each cavity and loosely tie legs together with string.
  • Roast chickens in a large (17-by 11-inch) flameproof roasting pan, basting with pan juices using a spoon (remove pan from oven and tilt if necessary) every 20 minutes, rotating pan, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into fleshy part of a thigh of each chicken (do not touch bone) registers 170°F, 50 to 60 minutes total. Baste chickens once more, then carefully tilt them so juices from cavities run into roasting pan. Transfer chickens to a cutting board (reserve pan) and let rest 15 minutes before carving.
  • Make gravy while chickens rest:
  • Pour off all but 2 tablespoons fat from pan, then cook remaining drippings over medium-high heat until deep golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Add flour and cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Stir in water and simmer, stirring and scraping up brown bits, until thickened, about 3 to 4 minutes. Whisk in remaining 4 tablespoons butter and lemon juice to taste (from remaining lemon halves). Season with salt and pepper. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a gravy boat.

PERFECT ROASTED CHICKEN AND GRAVY



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This chicken is my quickly becoming a regular in my DH's and my Sunday dinner rotation. We take turns each week making Roast dinners of some kind, and while this gravy couldn't ever replace Bisto, is sure is close! *Note: A roasting rack that fits your pan it VERY important for this recipe

Provided by Ness713

Categories     Whole Chicken

Time 2h10m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 chicken, 5 to 6 pound
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 medium head of garlic
1 (14 ounce) can chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
3/4 cup water
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • For the Chicken---.
  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Mix the spices in a small bowl.
  • In a separate bowl, melt butter and blend with the olive oil.
  • Clean out the chicken and rinse completely. Put the wings up and back so that the tips of the wings are behind the neck cavity, as if the chicken is scratching it's back. Pat the chicken dry and place on a roasting pan, elevated on a roasting rack in the pan.
  • Cut the top off the head of garlic and remove the excess skin. Place inside the chicken.
  • Pour the oil and butter mixture over the chicken, coating well. Pour the rest in the roasting pan under the chicken on the rack.
  • Rub the Spice mixture all over the chicken, inside and out. It's okay if there is a little spice left over, you don't have to over do it. These spices will blend with the drippings and flavor your gravy too!
  • Place in oven.
  • Baste the chicken completely every 25 minutes until chicken is done. I like to use the pop up timers but if you prefer, the internal temperature should reach 170°F at the thickest point in the thigh, not touching the bone.
  • After the chicken is done, drain it out into the pan, let as much of the juices flow out as possible.
  • Place the roasting pan on a burner on your stovetop and bring the juice to a simmer, scraping all the little brown bits off the bottom with a spatula.
  • Pour in the 3/4 cup of water and bring back to a simmer, continue to stir and scrape the bits up.
  • Meanwhile, blend your cornstarch, lemon juice and broth, making sure there aren't any lumps.
  • Whisk the Cornstarch mixture into the drippings and water, continuing to simmer. Gravy will start to thicken if kept over medium to low heat, be sure you whisk constantly to prevent clumps and to keep the gravy blended. Feel free to add more or less cornstarch until the desired consistency is reached.
  • When the thickness of the gravy meets your satisfaction, pour it into a bowl and season with salt and pepper to taste. You can strain the gravy if you'd like, but I prefer it with the little pieces of chicken.

Tips:

  • Use a whole chicken: This will give you more flavor and juiciness than using just chicken breasts or thighs.
  • Season the chicken generously: Use a variety of herbs and spices to create a flavorful crust.
  • Roast the chicken at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy skin.
  • Let the chicken rest before carving: This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
  • Make a gravy from the pan drippings: This is a great way to add extra flavor to your chicken and vegetables.

Conclusion:

Roasted chicken is a classic dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be seasoned to your liking. With a little planning, you can have a delicious and flavorful roasted chicken on the table in no time.

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