This Turkey Gravy Without Turkey Drippings recipe makes a delicious gravy in just minutes. The best part is that this recipe is designed to work if you don’t have enough drippings from your roasted turkey to make gravy on it’s own.
If you want to make turkey graving with parts and drippings try my Creamy Giblet and Turkey Neck Gravy and my Turkey Gravy with Drippings.
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Why this Turkey Gravy Without Drippings Recipe is a Keeper
This easy homemade gravy recipe is as delicious as it is simple to make. This recipe allows you to make gravy without turkey drippings, but with all the flavor.
- No Drippings Required: This flavorful turkey gravy doesn’t rely on pan drippings, making it perfect for turkey breasts, slow cooker recipes, or any meal where drippings aren’t available.
- Quick and Foolproof: With just a few pantry staples and under 15 minutes of cook time, this recipe for gravy delivers rich, savory gravy without the stress. Plus you can make the gravy while cooking a turkey.
- Flexible and Flavorful Gravy: The combination of turkey stock, all purpose seasoning, and poultry blend creates a deep and comforting flavor that mimics traditional gravy beautifully.
- Perfect for Holidays and Weeknights: Whether you’re hosting Thanksgiving or making a cozy weeknight dinner, this gravy fits the bill. Easy to scale, easy to prep, and always delicious.
- Pairs with Everything: This flavorful turkey gravy without drippings is not just for turkey. This gravy perfectly works with mashed potatoes, stuffing, chicken, biscuits, and even leftover sandwiches.
Can I Use Chicken Stock Instead of Turkey Stock for Best Gravy?
Sure! Using chicken stock instead of turkey broth is a great way to make chicken gravy. For this recipe, you could use either turkey or chicken stock.
Ingredient Notes to Make this Recipe for Turkey Gravy without Drippings
- Unsalted Butter: This is best so you can control the salt in the gravy.
- All Purpose Flour: A wonderful thickening agent.
- Turkey Stock: Any good quality stock, chicken broth or stock will work well too. Stock or broth is what ads the moisture.
- Poultry Seasoning Blend (includes rosemary, dried thyme and sage): All the aromatics.
What Reader’s Are Saying…
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“This gravy is a HIT!!! My family doesn’t even want me to add anything from the turkey. I make it exactly as the recipe calls for!”
~ Courtney
How to Make Turkey Gravy Without Drippings
This easy gravy recipe for turkey without drippings comes together in just 2 quick and easy steps. This recipe is so good, it’s a great one to have on deck during the busy holiday season.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Make a Roux: In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Then, whisk in the flour until a paste forms. Let butter and flour cook while whisking for 1 minute.
- Let Gravy Simmer: Slowly whisk in the turkey stock or broth, along with the All Purpose Seasoning and Poultry Seasoning. Let simmer until it reaches desired consistency.
Make Ahead Suggestions to for Gravy Recipe Without Drippings
When I prepare ingredients ahead of time for turkey gravy without the drippings, it can help save me time and kitchen space when it comes to making everything for Thanksgiving dinner.
- Make it Ahead of Time: Make gravy ahead of time and store in the fridge. Reheat gently on the stovetop, adding a splash of stock or water to loosen. Make this gravy up to 3 days ahead.
- Roux: You can also prep the roux (butter + flour) and store it separately, then whisk in hot stock when ready to serve.
- Make Seasonings: Make you own seasoning ahead of time for the best gravy. They’re great to have on hand so you’re not just seasoning Thanksgiving gravy with salt and pepper.
Alternate Cooking Methods to Make Gravy Without Drippings
This turkey gravy recipe without turkey drippings is best made on the stove, but there are a couple other ways to make it if there’s too much on the stove.
- Microwave: Whisk ingredients in a microwave-safe bowl and heat in 30 second intervals, stirring often.
- Slow Cooker: Combine all ingredients and cook on low for 2–3 hours, stirring occasionally. Great for keeping warm during dinner service.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftover Gravy Recipe
- Store: Keep leftover gravy in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: Reheating this easy turkey gravy recipe is super easy. Warm gently in a saucepan over low heat, whisking to restore smoothness. You can also carefully reheat gravy in the microwave.
- Use Leftovers: Pour over Thanksgiving turkey sandwiches or open-faced toast. Stir into rice or mashed potatoes for a quick comfort meal. Use as a base for turkey pot pie or leftover casserole.
Questions to Love this Recipe for Homemade Gravy
You can thicken gravy by adding in a slurry of water or broth, and cornstarch or flour. Let cook until it thickens. If gravy is too thick, you can thin it out with additional turkey stock.
Try adding herbs such as rosemary, thyme or sage to this delicious turkey gravy for the holidays.
Expert Tips for Making Easy Homemade Gravy
- Toast the Flour First: Let the flour cook in butter for 1–2 minutes before adding stock. This removes the raw taste and deepens the flavor in this recipe for turkey gravy from scratch.
- Whisk Constantly: A steady whisk prevents lumpy gravy and keeps this thanksgiving gravy recipe silky smooth.
- Warm Stock Works Best: Adding warm or room-temperature stock helps the gravy thicken faster and more evenly.
- Taste Before Serving: Seasoning blends vary, always taste and adjust salt or herbs before serving gravy for your Thanksgiving whole turkey.
- Add a Splash of Cream: For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of heavy cream or half-and-half at the end to this easy recipe.
- Serve this Recipe With: Serve gravy on Thanksgiving with Loaded Cheesy Cauliflower Casserole, Cherry Fluff Salad or Pumpkin Dip.
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Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 Tablespoons Flour
- 2 cups Turkey stock
- ½ teaspoon All Purpose Seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon Poultry Seasoning Blend
Instructions
- Melt butter in a sauce pan over medium heat.
- When butter is melted, whisk in flour until a paste forms.
- Whisk the flour paste for about 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in turkey stock and/or turkey pan drippings with the fat strained out.
- Stir in All Purpose Seasoning and Poultry Seasoning Blend.
- Simmer over medium heat until gravy thickens to desired consistency.
Christina’s Notes
- This Recipe Can be Doubled: This is a great recipe for a crowd or for leftovers, there is nothing sadder than not having enough gravy for leftovers, like hot open faced sandwiches.
- Giblets: Cook and finely mince the turkey giblets and add them to the gravy.
- Wine: Feel free to substitute some of the stock with a dry white wine.
- Variation tip: Finish with a little fresh herbs on top to bring brightness or chopped hard boiled eggs (It is a tradition in some homes).
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
Hi, can I use turkey broth instead of turkey stock? I cannot find turkey stock. Thank you.
Yes of course.
Can cornstarch be used instead of flour?
Absolutely.
This is the perfect gravy over mashed potatoes any time of year.
Thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe! Will surely have this again! It’s really easy to make and it tasted so delicious! Highly recommended!
I love that this came together in 15 minutes! It was a great flavor too- not too potent but light.
Love a good homemade turkey gravy, the storebought version just cannot compare. This one was delicious and so smooth!
Very Good,simple but delicious.Luv all y’all’s recipes.Thank you .Happy Thanksgiving.
What is house seasoning blend?
It is a blend of spices that I use for seasoning. If you click on the link it will give you the recipe. However, you can use any blend that you and your family enjoys.
Before I tried this recipe I never thought there could be a ‘fool proof’ gravy. But, I’m a believer now!! This recipe makes great tasting Turkey gravy without lumps & it’s so easy, I think my 10 year old granddaughter could make it & it would be perfect too! This recipe is my new ‘go to’ recipe for gravy!! Thank you for making my life easier during the Holidays & Sunday dinners!
Thank you for your feedback! This is a great recipe I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Absolutely my favourite gravy, so delicious. Thank you.
This gravy recipe is a keeper for sure! Best I’ve ever made!
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed it!
GREAT GRAVY! I LOVE THE GRAVY SEPARATOR. IVE NEVER SEEN ONE LIKE THAT. COULD YOU TELL ME WHERE YOU PURCHASED IT? THANK YOU.
Glad you liked it! YOu can get the fat separator here: https://amzn.to/3bWZE9V (it’s an affiliate link)
Thanks for the recipe. The gravy went great with my turkey meatballs and brown rice. I would have taken a picture but I was so hungry and the food looked great. My daughters all loved the consistency and taste of the gravy. Now I know that the trick is sauteed butter. I also added some sauteed onions and garlic, worcestire sauce, onion powder and garlic powder. We like a lot of flavor in my house.
Can I make it a day in advance and simply warm it up the day after?
Yes! You may need to thin it with a little more stock, though.
First time making gravy and I was nervous! My husbands family raved about it! They said I have to make it every year. This recipe was easy and very delicious!
YAY!!!! I’m so glad everyone liked it!! 🙂
I am so glad I found your gravy recipe Christina in time for my family’s Thanksgiving meal today. homemade gravy. I have to confess that I’ve never made any homemade gravy as it always seemed intimidating. I made it exactly as mentioned, even making your seasoning blend and poultry blend to add to the gravy. Wow, I was knocked over with how easy and delicious it turned out. My family loved it. I was able to use turkey drippings and scraped bits and the roux is exactly how I make mine for thickening sauces. A winner! Will be making this again.
That is AWESOME!! I’m so glad you liked it! It’s my go-to gravy recipe! 🙂
Can you leave this in slow cooker for a potluck dinner?
I don’t see why not.
A good gravy recipe is essential for the holidays!
That gravy looks perfectly smooth and delicious. It’s perfect timing for the crowd that I have coming on Thanksgiving too!
I will be making this for Thanksgiving for sure! This looks great!
Totally saving this for Thanksgiving! This looks great!