Basic Chicken Gravy

Vegetarian
Basic Chicken Gravy
35 min.
7
82kcal

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Looking for a simple yet delicious way to elevate your dinner table? Look no further than this Basic Chicken Gravy recipe! Perfect for those who are vegetarian, this delectable sauce is easy to make and can transform any meal. With a total time of just 35 minutes, you'll have a restaurant-quality dish on your table in no time. This recipe serves 7 people and comes in at only 82 calories per serving. The gravy is made with a blend of all-purpose flour, low-sodium chicken broth, finely chopped shallot, and unsalted butter. With a focus on real, whole ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for any cooking enthusiast. The gravy is the perfect addition to your favorite dishes, whether you're serving it over mashed potatoes, chicken, or vegetables. So why wait? Grab your saucepan and whisk and get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering Basic Chicken Gravy!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 0.3 cup shallots finely chopped
  • tablespoons butter unsalted ()

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the shallots, season with a pinch of salt, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Sprinkle the flour over the shallots and whisk until the flour has a toasted aroma and is light brown in color, about 2 minutes.While whisking, slowly pour in the chicken broth and whisk until the flour is incorporated and the mixture is smooth. Season with pepper and simmer until the gravy thickens and the flavors meld, about 20 minutes. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper as needed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories82kcal
Protein8.68%
Fat73.15%
Carbs18.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15
Glycemic Load
1.53
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
1.675652169663%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:82.03kcal
4.1%
Fat:6.92g
10.65%
Saturated Fat:4.23g
26.47%
Carbohydrates:3.87g
1.29%
Net Carbohydrates:3.54g
1.29%
Sugar:0.76g
0.85%
Cholesterol:17.2mg
5.73%
Sodium:22.17mg
0.96%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.85g
3.7%
Vitamin B3:1.07mg
5.35%
Vitamin A:200.26IU
4.01%
Phosphorus:29.53mg
2.95%
Potassium:90.42mg
2.58%
Copper:0.05mg
2.31%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.07%
Manganese:0.04mg
1.98%
Iron:0.34mg
1.91%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.85%
Folate:7.03µg
1.76%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.49%
Vitamin B12:0.08µg
1.35%
Fiber:0.33g
1.31%
Selenium:0.91µg
1.3%
Vitamin E:0.19mg
1.27%
Source:Chow