A healthy twist on a classic comfort food, this chicken and gravy recipe is quick, easy, and packed with rich flavor! Naturally gluten-free, it’s a perfect simple meal the whole family will love.
Quick Look at the Recipe
- 🍽️ Flavor: Rich and savory
- ⏱️ Prep Time: 5 minutes
- 🔥 Cook Time: 25 minutes
- 🕒 Ready In: 30 minutes
- 👥 Servings: 4 people
- 🥣 Main Ingredients: Chicken, bone broth, butter, cream
- 📖 Dietary Info: Gluten-free, egg-free, keto
- 👩🍳 Tip: Bone broth adds rich depth of flavor to the gravy as well as incredible nutrition.
Southern Comfort but Add Bone Broth
I grew up in North Carolina which means I was introduced to classic southern staples like iced spearmint tea and fried apples at a young age.
One of my favorite things has always been creating healthier, but no less delicious, versions of classic Southern food (like my healthy homemade ice cream), and that’s why I love this chicken and gravy! It has that comforting, savory flavor and is made with nourishing ingredients, like bone broth, so I’m happy to make it every time the kids request.
What Makes this Chicken & Gravy Special?
- Healthy comfort food made with rich, nourishing ingredients like bone broth and cream.
- Simple ingredients so you won’t have to make an extra grocery trip.
- Family-friendly meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Tools Needed
Step-By-Step Instructions
Step 1: First, heat your skillet on medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter in it. While it’s preheating, season the chicken with the spices and salt.
When the pan is hot, place the seasoned chicken breasts in it and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until they’re cooked through.
Then remove the chicken from the pan.
Step 2: Turn the temperature down to medium-low and add the rest of the butter to the skillet. Then use a spatula to loosen any bits of stuck on chicken.
Whisk in the bone broth and cream, and bring it to a slow simmer. Let it reduce for about 5 minutes, whisking frequently.
Step 3: While the gravy is simmering, whisk the tapioca starch with an equal amount of water to create a slurry.
Once the gravy has reduced, slowly whisk in the slurry. Continue whisking for a few minutes, until the gravy thickens.
Step 4: Finally, place the chicken breasts back into the gravy, and cook until they’re heated through.
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
If you’re looking for more gluten-free chicken recipes, check out my creamy Tuscan chicken and crock-pot chicken curry!
Tips for Success
Don’t overcook the chicken – Overcooking chicken is so easy to do (been there!), but leads to tough meat and lack of flavor. Chicken breasts typically only need to cook for 10-14 minutes total, flipping halfway through.
Use fresh, high quality spices – This will lead to much better flavor, and help you avoid all the weird additives.
Resist the urge to skimp on the fat – The butter and heavy cream are what gives this recipe its incredible richness! And fat-free isn’t necessarily healthy anyways.
Violet’s Tips for Serving
Chicken and gravy is delicious served over rice, potatoes, or cauliflower rice. For added protein and fiber, try it with soaked quinoa.
FAQs
You can store leftover chicken and gravy in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. When you’re ready to eat it, reheat in the oven for best results.
Since this gravy includes dairy, it’s not the best recipe to freeze.
If you’re looking for a chicken recipe to freeze for meal prep, try my chicken enchilada casserole.
If you try this recipe, snap a photo and tag me on Instagram @violet_rightathome
Healthy Chicken and Gravy (Made with Bone Broth)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts
- 2 cups bone broth
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons tapioca starch whisked into an equal amount of water to create a slurry
- 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Heat a skillet on medium heat and melt 1 tablespoon of butter in it.1/4 cup butter
- While it's preheating, season the chicken with the spices and salt.4 chicken breasts, 1 1/2 teaspoons onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- When the pan is hot, place the seasoned chicken breasts in it and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until they're cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan.
- Turn the temperature down to medium-low and add the rest of the butter to the skillet. Use a spatula to loosen any bits of stuck on chicken.
- Whisk in the bone broth and cream, and bring it to a slow simmer. Let it reduce for about 5 minutes, whisking frequently.2 cups bone broth, 1/4 cup heavy cream
- Slowly whisk in the tapioca starch slurry into the gravy. Continue whisking for a few minutes, until the gravy thickens.2 tablespoons tapioca starch
- Place the chicken breasts back into the gravy, and cook until they're heated through.
- Season with additional salt and pepper to taste and serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutions
- You can use chicken broth instead of bone broth.
- You can substitute cornstarch for tapioca starch if you prefer.
Serving Tips
- Chicken and gravy is delicious served over rice, cauliflower rice, or potatoes. For added protein and fiber, serve with soaked quinoa.
Store
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. For best results, reheat in the oven.
- Due to the dairy content, freezing is not recommended.
Nutrition
If you tried this chicken and gravy, I’d love to hear how it turned out for you! Please make sure to come back and leave a comment and a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating.
This is one of my go-to recipes the kids absolutely love (and I do too). It’s the ultimate healthy comfort food!