Cajun Gravy and Chicken
Cajun Gravy is a classic brown gravy made extraordinary with Cajun/Creole spices left behind in the skillet where the chicken cooked.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1.5 pounds boneless chicken breast
- 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika
- ¾ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil
For the Gravy
- ¾ cup water or stock
- ¾ cup milk any type
- 3 Tablespoons all purpose flour
Instructions
For the Chicken
- Pound the washed and dried chicken to evenly thick pieces of about ½ inch thickness.
- Mix all seasonings and sprinkle evenly on both sides of chicken. Pat.
- Heat oil in heavy skillet over medium heat and then add chicken.
- Cook 3-4 minutes per side, or until juices run clear.
- Set aside on a plate.
For the Gravy
- Whisk liquids and flour until smooth.
- Add to skillet that has cool slightly and the heat reduced to low.
- Stir and cook until thickened, making sure to scrape bottom and sides for pan drippings.
Notes
- If salted stock is used adjust salt in spice mixture accordingly to taste.
- Juice from rested chicken can be added to gravy for additional flavor
- A heavy skillet is best. For best results do not use a thin, non-stick skillet.
Nutrition
Calories: 281kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 39gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 114mgSodium: 1088mgPotassium: 749mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 558IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg
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