Description
Tender shredded chicken in a rich homemade gravy served over creamy mashed potatoes, this comforting dinner is hearty, cozy, and perfect for busy weeknights or family meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 3/4 cup milk, warmed
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
- 3/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
- 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth, warmed
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped, optional for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the potato chunks and 1 teaspoon of the salt, then cook for 15 to 18 minutes until fork tender.
- In a small bowl, combine the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, 3/4 teaspoon black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme.
- In a medium skillet or saucepan over medium heat, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter. Add the diced onion and cook for 4 to 5 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Sprinkle in the flour and whisk constantly for 1 minute to form a smooth roux.
- Slowly pour in the warmed chicken broth while whisking until smooth. Stir in the seasoning mixture, then add the shredded chicken. Simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until the gravy thickens and the chicken is heated through.
- Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the hot pot. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons butter and the warmed milk, then mash until smooth and creamy.
- Spoon the mashed potatoes onto plates or into bowls. Ladle the shredded chicken gravy over the top and garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Warm the milk before adding it to the potatoes for a creamier texture.
- Use warm broth for the gravy so it blends smoothly with the roux.
- Add a splash of extra broth if the gravy thickens too much while sitting.
- Rotisserie chicken works well for an even faster version.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg