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Four seasoned chicken breasts smothered in gravy in a cast iron skillet.

Healthy Chicken and Gravy (Made with Bone Broth)

A healthy twist on a classic, this chicken and gravy recipe is easy and packed with flavor! It's a quick meal the whole family will love.
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Course: Clean Eating Dinner Recipes, Clean Eating Lunch Recipes
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 447kcal
Author: Violet Parcha

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

Serving: 1chicken breast | Calories: 447kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 192mg | Sodium: 985mg | Potassium: 886mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 774IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg
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