Description
This KFC-style gravy copycat recipe creates a rich, velvety brown gravy in just 15 minutes. Perfect over mashed potatoes, fried chicken, or meatloaf, it delivers that unmistakable fast-food flavor at home.
Ingredients
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ⅛ tsp white pepper
- ¼ tsp sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup water
- ½ tsp beef bouillon granules
Instructions
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add flour, onion powder, white pepper, and salt, stirring continuously to form a roux. Cook until it turns a light golden color, about 1–2 minutes.
- Whisk in chicken broth slowly until smooth.
- Stir in water and beef bouillon, bring to a simmer, and whisk until thickened, about 1–2 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
- Remove from heat and serve hot.
Notes
- Use leftover chicken drippings for added flavor.
- Vegetable oil can be substituted for butter.
- Use extra chicken broth if beef bouillon is unavailable.
- Swap in gluten-free flour for a gluten-free version.
- Store in the fridge for up to 7 days and reheat gently over low heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
