Best 9 Quick Easy Poultry Gravy Recipes

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Poultry gravy is a versatile sauce that can enhance the flavor of various dishes. It is commonly made using the drippings from roasted or grilled poultry, such as chicken, turkey, or duck, and enriched with a combination of stock, wine, herbs, and spices. This savory sauce is often served alongside roasted or mashed potatoes, vegetables, stuffing, and bread. It can also be used as a marinade for grilled meats or as a base for soups and stews. This article provides two delicious and easy-to-follow recipes for poultry gravy: a classic pan gravy and a creamy mushroom gravy. Both recipes utilize simple ingredients and techniques, making them perfect for home cooks of all skill levels. With its rich flavor and versatility, poultry gravy is a culinary staple that can elevate any meal from ordinary to extraordinary.

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

HOMEMADE CHICKEN GRAVY



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Make an easy homemade gravy out of chicken stock, heavy cream, butter, and flour.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup unsalted butter
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 quart cold chicken stock
⅓ cup heavy cream
salt and ground white pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Whisk in flour until fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes.
  • Gradually whisk in cold stock. Reduce heat to low. Bring gravy to a simmer, and cook and stir until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 10 to 15 minutes. Stir in heavy cream, and season with salt, white pepper, and cayenne pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 44.5 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 346.1 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

QUICK AND EASY GRAVY FROM SCRATCH



Quick and Easy Gravy From Scratch image

Homemade gravy is quick and easy. If you've roasted chicken, turkey or beef, use the drippings left in the roasting pan. They make the gravy extra flavorful and seasoned. You can make gravy without drippings and use stock or broth in it's place. Store-bought stock is usually under seasoned. Take care when seasoning with salt and pepper towards the end of the recipe. Finally, for more flavor, whisk in mushroom powder. This is optional, but adds a deep savory flavor.

Provided by Adam and Joanne Gallagher

Categories     Side Dish, Sauce

Time 10m

Yield Makes about 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups warm stock (poultry, beef or vegetable stock) or use pan drippings, see note below
1/2 teaspoon mushroom powder, optional, see our recipe
1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh herbs or 1/2 teaspoon dried herbs (try sage, thyme or rosemary)
2 to 3 tablespoons half and half or cream, optional
Sea salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a wide skillet with sides, melt butter over medium heat. When melted and sizzling, whisk in the flour. Whisk until the flour and butter turn into a smooth paste and look medium blonde in color; about 1 minute. It smells toasty, like browned butter.
  • Pour in stock and whisk until smooth. Bring the gravy to a low simmer. As it simmers, it thickens and becomes glossy.
  • Whisk in the herbs and mushroom powder then cook at a low simmer for a minute or two. Remove from the heat then stir in half and half or cream (optional).
  • Taste for seasoning and adjust with salt and black pepper (we like a generous amount of pepper).
  • Substitute some or all the butter with fat left in the pan from roasting. If there are juices left in the pan, strain them then swap all or some of the stock for the pan juices. Pan drippings and juices will be well seasoned compared to the stock. When seasoning, taste the gravy first then adjust with more salt and/or pepper. If you used a stove-top safe pan such as a Dutch oven or stainless steel pan for roasting, there is no need for the skillet. Make the gravy directly in the roasting pan.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize About 1/3 cup, Calories 76, Protein 2 g, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 285 mg

QUICK & EASY POULTRY GRAVY



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I stumbled on this flavorful gravy while shopping at Sam's Club. A demo girl was giving samples of it away as she served it over mashed potatoes. I thought it was such a great recipe that I would give it a try. The flavor really impressed me, especially being served with potatoes. I thought since I had so many things to make,...

Provided by Rose Mary Mogan

Categories     Gravies

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 c chicken broth
1/2 c half & half
1/2 c mccormick's poultry gravy mix
1/2 tsp steak seasoning(optional) taste first before adding
1/2-1 tsp kitchen bouquet, optional
2 tsp chopped dried chive

Steps:

  • 1. This recipe cooks in less than 10 minutes, about 6 or 7 to be exact. So it is quite simple easy and very tasty and full of flavor coming from a dry mix.
  • 2. In a small sauce pan add the chicken broth, Half & half, dry poultry Gravy mix, and steak seasoning if desired. Whisk with a wire whisk till blended and there are no lumps.
  • 3. Reduce heat to a simmer, whisking occasionally to prevent sticking. Cook for 7-8 minutes till thickened. Add enough kitchen bouquet to reach the desired caramel color you desire, if desired. Serve & enjoy. This is what the Kitchen Bouquet looks like. NO KITCHEN SHOULD BE WITHOUT IT, IN MY OPINION.

SIMPLE TURKEY GRAVY



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This simple turkey gravy is...wait for it...simple! You don't want to use gravy from a can or from a package when it's this easy and delicious!

Provided by The Gruntled Gourmand

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Gravy Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup fat from turkey drippings
½ cup all-purpose flour
1 cup liquid from turkey drippings
2 cups turkey stock
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat fat from turkey drippings in a saucepan over medium-low heat until liquefied, 2 to 3 minutes. Whisk flour into turkey fat until golden, about 5 minutes.
  • Whisk liquid from turkey drippings and turkey stock into fat-flour mixture; increase heat to medium and cook, whisking continuously, until gravy is smooth and desired consistency, 5 to 10 minutes. Season gravy with pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189 calories, Carbohydrate 3.1 g, Cholesterol 19.9 mg, Fat 19.3 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 83.7 mg

EASY HOMEMADE CHICKEN GRAVY FROM SCRATCH (WITHOUT DRIPPINGS)



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This Easy Chicken Gravy is so simple to make and requires no pan drippings! Smooth, savory, garlicky, and fabulous over mashed potatoes, chicken, turkey, and more!

Provided by Tiffany

Categories     Sauce / Condiment

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups chicken broth
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
salt and pepper (to taste)
¼ cup cold water
3 tablespoons corn starch (or flour)

Steps:

  • In a large sauce pan over medium-high heat, bring chicken broth to a boil.
  • Stir in garlic powder and onion powder and continue to stir 1-2 minutes longer.
  • In a small bowl whisk together water and corn starch until dissolved. Stir into boiling broth til thickened.
  • Add salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately or store up to 2 weeks covered tightly in the fridge. Serve hot over your favorite chicken, meat, or vegetable dishes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 24 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 288 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

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

FOOLPROOF TURKEY GRAVY



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There are just two simple steps (and five easy ingredients) in this delicious turkey gravy from drippings. You'll be delighted with the smooth, flavorful results. This is a recipe you'll return to every year, so be prepared to become the designated "gravy maker" at all your holiday gatherings. You'll get rave reviews, but don't let anyone know how easy it really is to make turkey graving from drippings; it may sound complicated, but with Betty's foolproof recipe you'll be able to add another turkey feather to your apron.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Condiment

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup turkey drippings (fat and juices from roasted turkey)
1/4 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
2 cups liquid (juices from roasted turkey, broth, water)
1/2 teaspoon salt, or less, if using turkey drippings
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Pour drippings from roasting pan into bowl, leaving brown particles in pan. Return 1/4 cup drippings to roasting pan. (Measure accurately because too little fat makes gravy lumpy.) Stir in flour. (Measure accurately so gravy is not greasy.)
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is smooth and bubbly. Stir in liquid. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly. Boil and stir 1 minute. Stir in salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 2 Tablespoons, Sodium 200 mg

SIMPLE TURKEY GRAVY



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A traditional from-scratch gravy recipe will work for any roasted meat or poultry. Switch up the herbs to fit your preferences, or simply use what you have on hand. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 16 servings (1/4 cup each).

Number Of Ingredients 6

Turkey drippings
3 to 3-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Pour turkey drippings and loosened browned bits from roasting pan into a 4-cup measuring cup. Skim fat, reserving 2 tablespoons. Add enough broth to the drippings to measure 3 cups., In a large saucepan, whisk flour, 3/4 cup broth and reserved fat until smooth. Add thyme, sage and pepper; gradually whisk in the drippings mixture. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts :

CHICKEN GRAVY



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This is a quick and easy chicken gravy for roasted chicken or baked chicken of any kind. It also goes perfectly with mashed potatoes! -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 1-1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

Chicken drippings
1 to 1-1/2 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Pour drippings and loosened browned bits into a 2-cup measuring cup. Skim fat, reserving 4 tablespoons (if less than 4 tablespoons fat, add enough melted butter to the fat to total 4 tablespoons). Add enough broth to the drippings to measure 2 cups. , In a small saucepan, combine flour and reserved fat until smooth. Gradually stir in the drippings mixture. Stir in the thyme, sage, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 98 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality stock: The stock is the base of your gravy, so it's important to use a good quality one. Look for a stock that is made with real bones and vegetables, and avoid stocks that are made with bouillon cubes or powder.
  • Don't be afraid to add herbs and spices: Herbs and spices can add a lot of flavor to your gravy. Some good options include thyme, rosemary, sage, and garlic. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.
  • Thicken your gravy with cornstarch or flour: If your gravy is too thin, you can thicken it with cornstarch or flour. To do this, make a slurry by mixing equal parts cornstarch or flour with water. Then, whisk the slurry into your gravy until it reaches the desired consistency.
  • Season your gravy to taste: Once you've added all of your ingredients, taste your gravy and adjust the seasonings as needed. You may need to add more salt, pepper, or herbs and spices.

Conclusion:

With these tips in mind, you can make a delicious and flavorful poultry gravy that will complement any dish. So next time you're cooking chicken, turkey, or duck, be sure to give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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