Chicken Gravy With Grits For A Southern Breakfast

Ingredients

For the grits:

1 cup stone-ground grits

2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

2 cups water

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

For the chicken gravy:

Ingredients, For the chicken gravy:

– 2 tablespoons butter

– 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

– 2 cups chicken broth

– 1/2 cup milk

– 1/4 cup heavy cream

– half of teaspoon ground black pepper

– 1/4 teaspoon salt

– 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme

– 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

– 1/4 teaspoon dried basil

– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

– 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

– Optional: 1/4 cup chopped recent parsley

Instructions

To make the grits:

1. In a medium saucepan, combine the grits, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring often.

2. Reduce warmth to low. Cover and simmer for five minutes, or until the grits are tender and have absorbed the entire liquid.

3. Remove from warmth and stir in the butter and cheese. Serve instantly.

To make the chicken gravy:

Instructions, To make the chicken gravy:

In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Whisk in the flour and prepare dinner for 1 minute.

Gradually whisk within the chicken broth and milk till easy.

Bring to a simmer and cook dinner, stirring often, till thickened, about 5 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

To assemble the chicken gravy with grits:

1) Place 1 cup of the cooked grits right into a 1-quart saucepan over medium low heat.

2) Gradually whisk in about 2 cups of the new chicken gravy.

3) Continue stirring till the grits reach your desired consistency.

4) Serve instantly or refrigerate for later use.