Chicken and Gravy (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 large chicken breasts, split lengthwise.
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil.
03 - Kosher salt and black pepper.
04 - 3 tablespoons butter.
05 - 1 tablespoon chicken base.
06 - 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour.
07 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder.
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
09 - 2 cups chicken stock.
10 - 1/2 cup water.
11 - 1/4 cup heavy cream (optional).

# Instructions:

01 - Season chicken lightly with salt and pepper.
02 - Cook chicken in olive oil, 5 minutes per side.
03 - Remove chicken, set aside.
04 - Lower heat to medium-low.
05 - Add butter and chicken base.
06 - Mix flour and seasonings in bowl.
07 - Add flour mixture to pan, cook roux 30-60 seconds.
08 - Slowly add stock and water, whisk until smooth.
09 - Simmer until thickened.
10 - Add optional cream.
11 - Shred chicken, return to gravy.
12 - Simmer few minutes more, taste and adjust seasoning.

# Notes:

01 - Don't add salt until end - base and stock contain salt.
02 - Can thin with broth or thicken with cornstarch slurry if needed.