Chicken Gravy

A light golden gravy made from the chicken roasting tin, with a little white wine for depth.

TIME BREAKDOWN
Prep: 5 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 20 minutes
Vegetarian
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Nuts
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Serves
6 people
Difficulty
Very Easy

Ingredients

  • Juices and sediment from the chicken roasting tin
  • 2 tbsp plain flour
  • 100ml dry white wine or extra stock
  • 500ml hot chicken stock
  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Method

  1. Spoon off all but 2 tablespoons of fat from the roasting tin. Place the tin over a medium heat.

  2. Stir in the flour and cook for 2 minutes, scraping up the sediment.

  3. Pour in the wine and let it bubble for a minute, then gradually add the hot stock, stirring all the time.

  4. Add the thyme and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until thickened.

  5. Remove the thyme, season to taste and strain into a warm jug.