Chicken gravy

Chicken gravy is a rich, savory sauce made from chicken drippings, stock, and a thickening agent like flour or cornstarch. It is a staple comfort food in Western cuisine, particularly popular in the United States and United Kingdom, often served alongside roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, or turkey dinners.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Chicken gravy is typically high in fat and sodium, with a moderate amount of protein from the chicken drippings and stock. A standard serving provides around 50-100 calories, along with minerals like iron and selenium from the meat base.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	75 kcal
Protein	4 g
Carbs	3 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	480 mg
Iron	0.8 mg
Selenium	6 mcg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.5 mg
Vitamin B6	0.1 mg
Potassium	85 mg
Zinc	0.6 mg
Copper	0.05 mg

Per 1/2 cup (120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, chicken gravy is a cornerstone of holiday meals and family dinners, symbolizing comfort and home cooking. Nutritionally, it is a concentrated source of umami flavor and can be a way to utilize nutrients from meat drippings that might otherwise be discarded.