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Jamie Oliver Chicken Wing Gravy

Jamie Oliver Chicken Wing Gravy
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Jamie Oliver Chicken Wing Gravy is a traditional-style gravy made by roasting chicken wings with vegetables, then simmering them with stock to extract maximum flavour. The liquid is reduced and strained to create a smooth, rich gravy with deep savoury notes and natural thickness.

Ingredients

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    • 1 kg chicken wings

    • 2 tablespoons olive oil

    • 1 onion, roughly chopped

    • 1 carrot, roughly chopped

    • 1 celery stick, roughly chopped

    • 2 cloves garlic, crushed

    • 1 tablespoon tomato purée

    • 1 tablespoon plain flour

    • 1 litre chicken stock or water

    • 1 bay leaf

    • Fresh thyme sprigs

    • Sea salt

    • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Roast the Chicken Wings

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Spread the chicken wings in a roasting tray, drizzle with olive oil, and season lightly. Roast for 45–50 minutes, until deeply golden and caramelised. This step builds the foundation of flavour.

Step 2: Add Vegetables and Tomato Purée

Remove the tray from the oven and scatter over the onion, carrot, celery, and garlic. Spoon in the tomato purée and return to the oven for another 15 minutes so the vegetables soften and caramelise.

Step 3: Transfer to a Pan and Deglaze

Tip everything into a large saucepan. Place the roasting tray over heat, pour in a little stock, and scrape up the sticky bits. Add this liquid to the pan for maximum flavour.

Step 4: Build the Gravy Base

Sprinkle the flour over the wings and vegetables, stirring well. Add the remaining stock, bay leaf, thyme, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer.

Step 5: Simmer Slowly for Depth

Simmer uncovered for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally. The liquid will reduce, and the wings will release gelatin, giving the gravy body and richness.

Step 6: Strain and Reduce

Strain the gravy through a sieve into a clean pan, pressing well to extract all flavour. Discard solids. Simmer again until the gravy reaches your desired thickness.

Step 7: Final Seasoning and Serve

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot with roast meats or store for later use.

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