PCOS Friendly Herb Chicken Gravy

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

4.8

(17)

Rich, savory gravy is one of those comfort-food staples that can feel off-limits when you're eating to support hormone balance — but this version is built from ingredients that actually work with your body, not against it. Coconut oil, bone broth, and anti-inflammatory powerhouses like turmeric and fresh ginger form the backbone of a gravy that tastes deeply satisfying without relying on flour, dairy, or anything processed. Coconut aminos and apple cider vinegar add a subtle depth and brightness that make this taste far more complex than the short ingredient list suggests. Arrowroot starch steps in as the thickener, keeping things grain-free while still delivering that glossy, spoon-coating consistency you want poured over roasted chicken or a pile of roasted vegetables. The technique matters here — the slurry goes in slowly, and the gravy comes off the heat the moment it thickens, so you get a silky result every time. Straining out the herb solids at the end gives it a clean, restaurant-quality finish that feels a little fancy for a weeknight. This is the kind of recipe that makes eating intentionally feel genuinely indulgent.

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Ingredients

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
Chef's tip
Soy sauce is saltier and less sweet; start with less and adjust.
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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