Crockpot Chicken and Gravy Recipe

Introduction

This Crockpot Chicken and Gravy recipe is a comforting, easy-to-make dish perfect for busy days. Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a creamy ranch and gravy sauce make for a delicious meal served over rice or mashed potatoes.

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
• 1 packet ranch dressing mix (1 oz)
• 1 packet brown gravy mix (1 oz)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste
• Chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the crockpot.
2. Step 2: In a mixing bowl, combine the ranch dressing mix, brown gravy mix, chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup. Whisk until smooth.
3. Step 3: Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts in the crockpot, ensuring the chicken is coated evenly.
4. Step 4: Cook on low heat for 6 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
5. Step 5: Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the gravy using two forks.
6. Step 6: Stir in the sour cream and mix well. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Step 7: Serve the chicken and gravy over rice or mashed potatoes, and garnish with chopped parsley.

Tips & Variations

• For extra flavor, add chopped onions or garlic to the crockpot before cooking.
• You can substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
• Add vegetables like mushrooms or peas for a heartier meal.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave, stirring occasionally. This dish also freezes well; thaw completely before reheating.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use bone-in chicken instead of boneless?

Yes, but bone-in chicken may require longer cooking time to become tender. Adjust the cooking time accordingly and check doneness before shredding.

Is this dish gluten-free?

Most store-bought gravy and ranch mixes contain gluten. Look for gluten-free labeled products to make this recipe suitable for a gluten-free diet.

Crockpot Chicken and Gravy Recipe

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This Crockpot Chicken and Gravy recipe is a comforting and easy slow-cooked meal featuring tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts simmered in a creamy ranch and brown gravy sauce. Perfect for busy days, it requires minimal preparation and results in a rich, flavorful dish that pairs wonderfully with rice or mashed potatoes.

• Author: Isabella
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 6 hours
• Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Main Course
• Method: Slow Cooking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Chicken and Gravy

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Approximately 1.5 lbs)
• 1 packet ranch dressing mix (1 oz)
• 1 packet brown gravy mix (1 oz)
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz can)
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• Salt, to taste
• Pepper, to taste

Garnish

• Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

1. Prepare the chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly in the crockpot to start the slow cooking process.
2. Make the sauce mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together ranch dressing mix, brown gravy mix, chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
3. Combine chicken and sauce: Pour the prepared mixture over the chicken breasts in the crockpot, ensuring all pieces are coated evenly in the sauce.
4. Cook the chicken: Set the crockpot to low heat and cook for 6 hours, or until the chicken breasts are fully cooked and tender.
5. Shred the chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, mixing with the gravy to absorb the flavors.
6. Add sour cream and season: Stir in the sour cream thoroughly, then season the dish with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
7. Serve: Serve the chicken and gravy over rice or mashed potatoes, then garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of freshness and color.
8. Optional additions: For extra flavor, consider adding chopped onions or garlic into the crockpot at the beginning of the cooking process.
9. Storage tip: Leftovers can be stored in the freezer for future meals, maintaining the dish’s delicious taste and texture.

Notes

• You can add chopped onions or garlic at the start for enhanced flavor.
• This dish pairs well with rice or mashed potatoes as sides.
• Leftovers freeze well for convenient future meals.
• Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper after cooking to taste.
• Use sourced low sodium chicken broth to control salt levels if desired.

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