Nothing beats a rich, flavourful organic chicken gravy made from scratch — perfect for Sunday roasts, festive dinners, or any meal where comfort food is a must. Using fresh organic chicken carcasses and necks, you can create a gravy that’s deeply satisfying, naturally full of flavour, and completely free from artificial additives.
At Eversfield Organic, our chicken carcasses are fresh, high-welfare, and perfect for this recipe. Plus, with our Buy More, Save More offer, stocking up is easy and economical.
Ingredients (serves 4-6)
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1 organic chicken carcass (from roast chicken or fresh carcass)
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1 medium onion, peeled and quartered
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2 carrots, roughly chopped
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2 celery sticks, roughly chopped
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2–3 garlic cloves, smashed
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2 bay leaves
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A few sprigs of fresh thyme or 1 tsp dried thyme
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1 tsp black peppercorns
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1–2 tbsp olive oil
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1–2 tbsp plain flour (optional, for thickening)
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Salt to taste
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750 ml–1 litre cold water
Method
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Prepare the carcasses: If using a roast chicken carcass, remove any remaining meat for another use (or leave small bits for extra flavour). Rinse briefly if needed.
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Roast for depth of flavour (optional): Place the chicken carcass and necks on a roasting tray with a drizzle of olive oil. Roast at 200°C for 20–25 minutes until golden brown. This step intensifies the flavour of your gravy.
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Make the stock: In a large saucepan, heat 1–2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and garlic, cooking for 5–7 minutes until slightly caramelised.
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Add chicken and herbs: Place the roasted (or raw) carcass and necks into the pan. Add bay leaves, thyme, and peppercorns. Pour in cold water until the carcass is fully covered.
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Simmer: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2–3 hours, skimming any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.
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Strain: Remove the carcass, necks, and vegetables, straining the liquid through a fine sieve into a clean pan. Press down on the solids to extract maximum flavour.
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Thicken (optional): For a thicker gravy, melt 1–2 tbsp butter in a small pan, whisk in the flour to make a roux, then gradually whisk in the strained stock. Simmer for 5 minutes until desired consistency is reached.
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Season and serve: Taste and add salt as needed. Pour over roasted meats, vegetables, or mashed potatoes for a delicious, homemade touch.
Why Use Organic Chicken Carcasses?
Using organic chicken carcasses for gravy not only adds incredible flavour, it’s also a sustainable and resourceful way to use the whole bird. At Eversfield Organic, our chickens are free-range, high-welfare, ensuring every dish you make is wholesome, natural, and packed with taste.
