Seasoned Chicken with Rich Gravy - deliciously tender chicken thighs with seasoning and herbs paired with a delicious rich gravy.
Tonight my side were decided before the main part of my dinner, mainly because I had baby golden potatoes to use up as well as some carrots and broccoli.
With my crushed roasted potatoes already decided and just keeping the vegetables simple I decided on some chicken thighs with a blend of seasonings and herbs for flavour and then a delicious quick and simple low fat gravy, because when it comes to chicken, potatoes and veg - gravy is a must.
Calories in Seasoned Chicken with Gravy
This recipe serves 3 and is 285 calories per serving.
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Ingredients Notes
To make this recipe you will need the following ingredients:
- Boneless Skinless Chicken thighs: Chicken thighs stay juicy and tender and work perfectly with the rich savoury gravy. Smaller thighs cook evenly and absorb all the seasoning beautifully.
- Seasonings: The paprika, parsley, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper give the chicken plenty of savoury flavour and help create that comforting homestyle taste.
- Chicken stock: Forms the base of the gravy and adds rich savoury flavour. I like using chicken Better Than Bouillon stock paste. It adds savoury depth and keeps the sauce rich and full of flavour as the pasta cooks. Be sure to use the right ratio of stock cubes or paste to water for a balanced, tasty broth. Too little and it'll taste flat; too much and it can become overly salty.
- Cornstarch (cornflour): Helps thicken the gravy into a smooth silky consistency.
- Tomato paste: Adds richness and deepens the flavour of the gravy without making it taste overly tomato-based.
- Onion powder and garlic powder: Add extra savoury flavour throughout the gravy.
- Dried thyme: Adds warmth and a classic comforting flavour that pairs perfectly with chicken.
- Balsamic vinegar: A small splash helps balance the richness of the gravy and adds extra depth of flavour.
- Cooking oil spray: Used to lightly brown the chicken while keeping the recipe lighter.
- Fresh parsley: Adds freshness and colour sprinkled over before serving.
Once you've gathered all the ingredients and prepared them accordingly, you're all set to create this easy and delightful recipe.
See the recipe card for specific quantities and instructions.
Variations and Substitutes
There are plenty of easy ways to adapt this seasoned chicken with gravy depending on what you have on hand.
- Chicken thighs can be swapped for chicken breast, turkey cutlets, pork chops - just be aware that leaner cuts like chicken breast may not add as much flavour to the dish.
- Add sliced mushrooms or onions to the gravy for extra flavour and texture.
- Use vegetable stock instead of chicken stock if preferred.
- Cornstarch can be replaced with arrowroot or tapioca starch for thickening.
- Add extra herbs like sage, oregano, or Italian seasoning for a different flavour profile.
- A splash of Worcestershire sauce or soy sauce can be added to deepen the gravy flavour.
- Stir through a little light cream cheese or milk for a creamier gravy.
- Add peas, green beans, carrots, or sweetcorn to turn it into more of a complete meal.
- Fresh parsley can be swapped for thyme, rosemary, or chives.
- For extra richness, use a little butter instead of cooking oil spray when browning the chicken
Side Suggestions
This recipe pairs perfectly with potatoes cooked however you like, along with your favourite vegetables. Below are some other great serving ideas too:
Storing, Freezing and Reheating
Storing
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Keep the chicken and gravy together so the chicken stays juicy.
Freezing
Allow the chicken and gravy to cool completely before transferring to freezer-safe containers. Freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Reheating
Reheat gently in a pan over a low to medium heat or in the microwave until piping hot throughout. Add a splash of stock or water if needed to loosen the gravy while reheating.
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Recipe Card
Seasoned Chicken with Rich Gravy
Seasoned Chicken with Rich Gravy - deliciously tender chicken thighs with seasoning and herbs paired with a delicious rich gravy.
Ingredients
- 6 small boneless skinless chicken thighs, uncooked (approx 21oz/600g)
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- ½ teaspoon of dried parsley
- pinch of dried thyme
- pinch of dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon of garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon of coarse sea salt
- pinch of black pepper
For the gravy:
- 2 cups (480ml) of chicken stock
- 1 tablespoon of cornstarch (cornflour)
- 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
- ½ teaspoon of onion powder
- ½ teaspoon of garlic powder
- pinch of dried thyme
- splash of balsamic vinegar
- low calorie cooking oil spray (I used Olive Oil)
- fresh parsley to garnish
Instructions
- Add all the season for the chicken to a bowl and mix to combine.
- Rub it all into the chicken thighs.
- Spray a frying pan placed over a medium high heat with some cooking oil spray.
- Once hot add the chicken thighs, and cook on each side until really golden and brown. (approx 5 minutes each side).
- Then add a lid, turn down heat and continue to cook for a couple more minutes until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken thighs and set aside.
- Add the stock to the pan that you cooked the chicken in, ensuring you deglaze the pan fully by scraping up all the flavour in the pan from cooking the chicken as you heat the stock.
- Add in the onion, garlic powder, tomato paste, pinch of thyme and splash of balsamic vinegar and stir to combine.
- Mix the cornstarch with a couple of tablespoon of water to make a slurry and pour this into the pan.
- Turn up heat and stir until it thickens into a rich gravy.
- Then you can serve this alongside the chicken in a gravy jug or add the chicken back into the pan with the gravy.
- Garnish chicken with fresh parsley.
- Enjoy!!
Notes
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- ❄️ Freezer Friendly - see storing, freezing and reheating section
- Gluten Free Friendly - use gluten free stock
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Nutrition Information
Yield
3Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 285Total Fat 12gSaturated Fat 3gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 163mgSodium 823mgCarbohydrates 4.3gFiber 0.7gSugar 0.2gProtein 44.8g
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Nikki says
This was lovely.
I’ll make again
Try it.