Description
Easy Crockpot Chicken and Gravy is a comforting and effortless dinner recipe featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in rich, savory gravy. Perfect for busy weeknights, it combines simplicity with delicious flavor, making it an ideal choice for fall family meals, Sunday dinners, or meal prep. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles and enjoy a hearty, satisfying dish without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup (see popular brands here)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme or rosemary (optional)
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch (for thickening)
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Start by lightly seasoning the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Layer the seasoned chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot. For extra flavor, sear the chicken in a skillet for 2-3 minutes per side, then transfer to the crockpot – this step is optional but adds depth.
- In a bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, and black pepper. Pour this mixture over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and shredded easily.
- About 15 minutes before serving, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of cold water to create a slurry. Stir into the crockpot and turn the heat to high. Cover and cook for another 10-15 minutes until the gravy thickens.
- Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces, stir to coat evenly, and serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives.
Notes
- Optionally sear chicken for added flavor before slow cooking.
- Thicken gravy with cornstarch slurry or add a splash of heavy cream or sour cream for creaminess.
- For gluten-free, use gluten-free cream of chicken soup or homemade gravy.
- Add vegetables like mushrooms, onions, or carrots for extra nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low, 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh with gravy
- Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg