Description
This Crockpot Chicken and Gravy recipe is a comforting and easy slow-cooked meal featuring tender boneless chicken breasts simmered in a flavorful gravy made from chicken gravy mix, cream of chicken soup, and spices. Perfect for busy days, it delivers a rich, creamy dish ready to serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed veggies with minimal effort.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 packets (1 ounce each) chicken gravy mix
- 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Optional Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your crockpot, arranging them evenly to ensure even cooking.
- Make the gravy mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken gravy mix, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Coat the chicken: Pour the prepared gravy mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the crockpot, ensuring all pieces are fully coated in the flavorful sauce.
- Slow cook the chicken: Cover the crockpot with its lid and set it to cook on low heat for 4 to 5 hours or on high heat for 2 to 3 hours. Cook until the chicken is tender and thoroughly cooked through.
- Season to taste: After cooking, taste the gravy and adjust seasoning with salt and additional pepper as needed.
- Shred the chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the crockpot and shred them using two forks. Alternatively, you can leave the chicken breasts whole if preferred.
- Combine shredded chicken with gravy: Return the shredded chicken back to the crockpot, stirring well to coat the chicken evenly in the creamy gravy.
- Serve and garnish: Serve the chicken and gravy hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired. This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables for a hearty meal.
Notes
- You can use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.
- Adjust the thickness of the gravy by adding more chicken broth if it becomes too thick during cooking.
- For added flavor, sauté minced garlic and onions before adding gravy ingredients.
- This dish freezes well; store leftovers in airtight containers for up to three months.
- Serve with sides like green beans, roasted vegetables, or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
