Caffeine Free Herb Chicken Gravy
Rich, savory gravy doesn't have to come from a packet loaded with mystery additives, and this herb-forward version proves it beautifully. Coconut oil, fresh garlic, ginger, and turmeric build a deeply aromatic base, while bone broth, thyme, and rosemary simmer together into something that smells absolutely incredible. Coconut aminos and a splash of apple cider vinegar add just enough depth and brightness to round everything out without relying on anything that would sneak caffeine into your meal. The thickening trick here is an arrowroot slurry rather than a flour-based roux, which gives you a glossy, silky finish that clings perfectly to whatever you pour it over. One key tip from the instructions: pull it off the heat as soon as it coats the back of a spoon, since arrowroot can thin back out if you push it too long. Straining out the herb solids at the end gives the final pour a smooth, restaurant-quality look with a fresh parsley garnish to finish. This is the kind of from-scratch gravy that makes a simple roast chicken dinner feel genuinely special.
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4 servings
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 2 cups chicken bone broth
- 1 tsp coconut aminos
- 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 3 tbsp cold water
- salt, to taste
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Melt the coconut oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat until shimmering. Add the garlic and cook, stirring frequently, until fragrant and just softened, about 1 minute — watch closely so it does not brown.
- 2
Stir in the grated ginger and turmeric and cook for 30 seconds, until the spices are fragrant and evenly coated in the oil.
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