Calories in Chicken Gravy

Food analysis

Low Calorie Density High Sodium Junk Food
There is 111 calories in 240 grams of Chicken Gravy. With 47 calories per 100 grams, this food would be considered a Low calorie density food. A Low calorie density usually indicate that you can consume a larger amount of food with less calories and are usually good choices when dieting.

Chicken Gravy is High in carbohydrates, Very Low in proteins and High in fats. You can look at the macronutrients graph below for a detailed ratio. This item has High quantity of carbohydrates and fats. This combinasion is usually indicating that you should stay away from this food labeled as "Junk Food".

With 5 grams of "Net carbohydrates" per 100 grams, it must be consumed with moderation if you are following a Keto or Ketosis diet.

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Macronutrients split

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This is a low-calorie meal that you may include in your diet if you are on a weight reduction programme, but the extra fat and carbohydrate might make your gravy unhealthy. They may not be high in nutrients, but if the hardened fat can be removed, they may still be used in your diet. When including gravy into your diet, portion management is essential.

For weight loss

It's not the best option for losing weight, but because it's low in calories, it's fine to eat in moderation. It is preferable to chill it so that the fat hardens. You may remove the fat layer, heat it, and then utilise it in your meals.

Chicken gravy recipe

Ingredients

• all-purpose flour- ½ cup
  
  
• cold chicken stock-1-quart
  
  
• heavy cream-⅓ cup
  
  
• salt and ground white pepper to taste
  
  
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
   

Method

• Melt butter in a saucepan over low medium heat
  
  
• Add flour and whisk for 10 to 12 minutes
  
  
• Whisk in the chilled stock gently. Turn down the heat to low.
  
  
• Bring gravy to a boil and simmer, stirring constantly, for 10 to 15 minutes, or until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  
  
• Season with salt, white pepper, and cayenne pepper and stir in heavy cream.

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