MSG Free Herb Chicken Gravy
Rich, savory gravy is one of those comfort-food staples that can be surprisingly hard to trust when it comes from a packet or a jar — most commercial versions rely on flavor enhancers and additives to hit that deep, satisfying taste. This version builds all of that depth from scratch, using real ingredients you can actually read on the label. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce without any of the usual additives, while fresh thyme, rosemary, garlic, and ginger do the heavy lifting on flavor. A splash of apple cider vinegar brightens everything up, and the chicken bone broth gives the gravy a naturally silky, full-bodied base. Arrowroot starch thickens it to that perfect, glossy consistency — just be sure to pull it off the heat as soon as it coats the spoon, since arrowroot can loosen if it cooks too long. Straining out the herb solids at the end gives you a beautifully smooth pour that looks as good as it tastes. Spoon it over roasted chicken, mashed potatoes, or anything else that deserves a little extra something.
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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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