Description
A classic stovetop recipe featuring tender seared chicken breasts smothered in a rich, creamy homemade gravy made with chicken stock, garlic, onion powder, and cream. Perfectly paired with instant mashed potatoes for a comforting and satisfying meal ready in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts, split lengthwise into thinner pieces
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Gravy
- 3 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon chicken base
- ¼ cup heavy cream
For Serving
- Instant mashed potatoes, for serving
Instructions
- Step 1: Sear the Chicken
Season the chicken breasts generously with kosher salt and black pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add the chicken breasts and sear for 4-5 minutes on each side until they develop a golden brown crust. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. - Step 2: Prepare the Gravy
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and melt the butter. Stir in the garlic powder and onion powder until fragrant. Add the flour and whisk continuously to form a smooth roux without lumps. Gradually pour in the chicken stock while whisking constantly to prevent clumps. Add the chicken base and continue to whisk. Allow the mixture to simmer for 3-4 minutes until the gravy thickens. Stir in the heavy cream and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste. - Step 3: Combine & Serve
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, coating them thoroughly in the flavorful gravy. Simmer together for 5-7 minutes, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked through and tender. Serve the chicken and gravy hot over a bed of instant mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits for a hearty meal.
Notes
- For best results, split chicken breasts lengthwise to ensure even cooking and quicker searing.
- You can substitute chicken base with bouillon cubes or broth concentrate if unavailable.
- Make sure to whisk continuously when adding flour and stock to prevent lumps in the gravy.
- Adjust the consistency of the gravy by adding more stock if too thick, or simmering longer if too thin.
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits based on preference for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
