Perfectly Pan Roasted Chicken and Gravy

Step 1

butterfly & season the chicken breast (pat dry of any moisture and room temperature chicken)

Step 2

add the olive oil to a cast iron skillet and set heat to high

Step 3

add the chicken and do not overcrowd the pan

Step 4

lower the heat to medium-medium/high

Step 5

sear (brown) each side without moving the chicken around (don't mess with it) about 3 minutes per side

Step 6

pop the cast iron in a 375 degree oven for about 5-10 minutes depending on the thickness of your chicken breasts to finish cooking

Step 7

check for an internal temperature of 165 if you are unsure of the timing

Step 8

remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to rest

Step 9

keep the pan drippings in the same cast iron

Step 10

set the stove to medium-medium/high heat

Step 11

saute the onion until translucent

Step 12

add the garlic and saute 1-2 minutes

Step 13

add butter

Step 14

add flour

Step 15

whisk continuously for 3-5 minutes

Step 16

slowly add the chicken stock and continue whisking

Step 17

add Worcestershire & browning sauce

Step 18

taste gravy to see if any seasoing is needed (add if necessary)

Step 19

simmer on low- medium/low until sauce is thickened to your liking

Step 20

Serve over the chicken and mashed potatoes and ENJOY!