Perfectly seasoned chicken breasts are smothered in a rich and flavorful gravy sauce – It’s fast and easy to make, and perfect to serve with mashed potatoes, rice or pasta noodles.
Spread out the chicken if folded over. Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper on both sides.
Heat a frying pan over medium high heat. Once hot, add the 1 Tbsp butter and 2 Tbsp olive oil to the pan. Heat until butter melts.
Next add the chicken and cook 4-5 minutes on each side, the chicken should turn golden and slightly crispy. Remove the chicken from the pan to a plate and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium and add 3 tbsp of butter. Scrape up the crispy bits on the bottom of the pan (they add flavor). Once butter has melted, whisk in 3 Tbsp of all purpose flour. Mix until there are no clumps.
Now add in the spices: 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp dried parsley, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp paprika, and ¼ tsp black pepper.
Slowly stir in the chicken broth a little bit at a time, mixing it in well before you add more (see notes section on how to thicken or make gravy runnier).
Add the chicken back to the pan and continue to cook over medium until the chicken is fully cooked (use meat thermometer to check. It should reach 165°F internally with a thermometer).
Remove from heat and serve on its own or with mashed potatoes, pasta or rice.
Recipe Notes:
If the gravy sauce is too thick, add a little bit more chicken broth. If the sauce is too runny, you can whisk in a bit more flour.
To ensure that your chicken is fully cooked, use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature, which should reach 165°F.
After cooking, let your chicken breast rest for a few minutes before slicing it. This will allow the juices to redistribute and make your chicken more tender and juicy.
Refrigerate – Keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days when stored in an airtight container. The liquid may start to separate from the sauce after 1 day. Simply stir while reheating.
Reheat – You can reheat your leftovers in the microwave or over medium in a saucepan. Stir the gravy sauce as it heats to keep it from burning.