Baked Chicken That Makes Its Own Gravy Recipe

This long-time family favorite recipe creates incredibly juicy baked chicken with a rich, flavorful gravy – all in one pan! The perfect weeknight meal that's both easy and impressive. Say goodbye to extra dishes and hello to delicious homemade comfort food.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 65 mins

Calories 477 kcal

Protein 59g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Chicken That Makes Its Own Gravy

4 lbs chicken pieces (thighs, breasts, or combination)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup evaporated milk
1 (10.75 oz) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
Velveeta Cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove minced garlic
1 medium onion, chopped
8 oz sliced mushrooms
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Cooking spray (optional, for greasing pan)

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How to Make Baked Chicken That Makes Its Own Gravy

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking pan with cooking spray or 1 tablespoon of butter.
Coat 4 lbs of chicken pieces (thighs, breasts, or a combination) lightly and evenly with 1/2 cup all-purpose flour.
Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in the prepared baking dish.
Arrange the chicken in a single layer, skin-side down, in the melted butter.
Bake uncovered for 30 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the oven.
Reduce oven temperature to 325°F (165°C).
Carefully pour off any excess fat from the baking dish.
Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and 8 oz mushrooms, sliced, to the chicken in the baking dish.
In a bowl, whisk together 10.75 oz can condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup evaporated milk, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1 teaspoon garlic powder or 1 clove minced garlic.
Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables.
Sprinkle 1 teaspoon paprika over the top.
Continue baking for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the gravy is bubbly. Internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

Fat

64g

Carbs

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Poultry Oven Meat Equipment 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Baked Chicken That Makes Its Own Gravy?

Baked Chicken That Makes Its Own Gravy takes about 85 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 65 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Baked Chicken That Makes Its Own Gravy?

Baked Chicken That Makes Its Own Gravy has approximately 477 calories per serving, with about 59 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 51 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Baked Chicken That Makes Its Own Gravy?

The key ingredients for Baked Chicken That Makes Its Own Gravy are Chicken Pieces, Flour, Butter, Evaporated Milk, Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Velveeta Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.