A rich, flavorful Southern gravy made from fried chicken drippings, thickened to perfection, and seasoned with a touch of Nick’s signature spice blend. Perfect for drizzling over crispy chicken or fluffy mashed potatoes.
Author:Don Nicholas
Prep Time:5 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:about 2 cups1x
Category:Sides & Sauces
Ingredients
Scale
Drippings from fried chicken
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken broth
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Keep the cast-iron skillet with the flavorful drippings from the fried chicken on medium heat.
Sprinkle the flour over the drippings, stirring constantly to create a roux. Cook until it turns a golden brown color.
Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue whisking until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency.
Season with salt and pepper to taste, adding a pinch of the herb and spice blend for an extra kick.
Let the gravy simmer for a few minutes, absorbing all the goodness from the skillet.
Pour the gravy over the crispy fried chicken and watch as your dining companions marvel at the heavenly combination.
