This Turkey Gravy recipe is a rich, savory sauce made from pan drippings, broth, and seasonings that adds comforting flavor to roasted turkey and all the classic holiday sides.
Turkey gravy is a classic holiday staple that brings warmth and flavor to the entire meal. Made from the savory drippings of roasted turkey, it’s blended with broth, flour, and seasonings to create a silky, flavorful sauce. Rich and golden, turkey gravy enhances not only the turkey itself but also tastes delicious on top of your favorite holiday sides.
Turkey gravy is like the chocolate sauce on top of an ice cream sundae! It makes everything taste better! Pour this golden, thick gravy on top of your turkey or oven-roasted chicken. Make a gravy volcano with your homemade mashed potatoes! Or drizzle over the top of your roasted veggies!
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Why We Love This Homemade Gravy
- This homemade turkey gravy is a staple in Thanksgiving and holiday meals.
- Turkey gravy enhances the flavor of turkey, adding a rich, savory taste.
- It’s so quick and easy to put together.
Recipe Ingredients
- Chicken Broth/Turkey Drippings: Provides depth and a savory taste, making the gravy flavorful and authentic.
- Kosher Sea Salt: Enhances and balances the flavors of your gravy.
- Ground Black Pepper: Adds a subtle spiciness and warmth.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.
Variations
- Herb and Spice Infused Gravy: Enhance the flavor by adding dried thyme, rosemary, and a pinch of nutmeg.
- Turkey Giblet Gravy: You can also use the giblets found inside your turkey to make turkey giblet stock. To do so, take all the turkey giblets (neck, heart, liver, and gizzards) and cover them with water in a stockpot. Bring them to a boil and let them simmer for one hour.
How to Make Turkey Gravy
Step 1: Set a small saucepan over medium heat, and add butter. Once the butter has melted, add the flour and whisk until it turns light golden brown in color.
Step 2: Slowly pour in the broth, whisking continuously until the gravy becomes smooth and thick.
Step 3: Add salt and pepper, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until it reaches the desired consistency (just note that it will thicken as it cools).
Step 4: Serve immediately.
Expert Tips
- Adjust Consistency: If the gravy is too thick, add a little more broth until the desired consistency is reached. If too thin, simmer longer to thicken. Alternatively, you can use a cornstarch slurry (mix equal parts cornstarch and cold water) to thicken the gravy quickly.
- Strain the Gravy: For an ultra-smooth texture, strain the gravy through a fine-mesh sieve before serving to remove any lumps or unwanted bits.
FAQs
Transform your leftover turkey gravy into new dishes! Simmer hamburger patties and sautéed onions for a quick Salisbury steak. Pour warmed gravy over biscuits and eggs. Make turkey chowder with Thanksgiving leftovers.
To make your gravy gluten-free, use cornstarch instead of flour. Skip the roux step and take one cup of your gravy base, whisking in 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon of cornstarch. Add this mixture back to your gravy base and cook over medium-low heat until thickened.
Storage Info
STORE this Turkey Gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To FREEZE, pour the cooled gravy into a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 4 months.
To REHEAT, thaw in the refrigerator overnight if frozen, then warm it on the stovetop over low heat, stirring occasionally. You can also reheat it in the microwave, stirring every 30 seconds until hot.
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Turkey Gravy Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 tbsp. unsalted butter
- 1/4 c. all-purpose flour
- 4 c. chicken broth and/or turkey drippings - fat removed from drippings
- 1 tsp. kosher sea salt - more to taste
- 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
Instructions
- Set a small saucepan over medium heat, and add butter. Once the butter has melted, add the flour and whisk until it turns light golden brown in color.
- Slowly pour in the broth, whisking continuously until the gravy becomes smooth and thick.
- Add salt and pepper, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until it reaches the desired consistency (just note that it will thicken as it cools).
- Serve immediately.
Such a reliable turkey gravy, it thickened perfectly and tasted amazing!!
We’re a gravy-loving family, so this recipe is golden!! Love it!
Yummy – great gravy recipe!
Got to have this with our turkey! I love how simple it is to make, but so tasty!
The flavor was PERFECT! Serving this on Thanksgiving day!