Easy Crockpot Chicken with Creamy Gravy Recipe
This Easy Crockpot Chicken and Creamy Gravy recipe features tender, slow-cooked chicken breasts smothered in a rich and flavorful homemade gravy made with cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and onion soup mix. Perfect for a comforting family meal, this recipe requires minimal prep and lets the crockpot do all the work, delivering moist chicken and silky gravy that pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 to 5 hours on LOW or 2½ to 3 hours on HIGH
- Total Time: About 5 hours
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
Gravy
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 packet onion soup mix (or 1 tbsp ranch seasoning)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Prepare the sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, onion soup mix, garlic powder, and black pepper until smooth. This mixture will serve as the flavorful base for your gravy.
- Add the chicken to the slow cooker: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Pour the prepared gravy mixture over the top, making sure all the chicken pieces are fully coated. Optionally, add the butter on top for extra richness.
- Let it cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or on HIGH for 2½ to 3 hours. The chicken should become tender and easy to shred with a fork by the end of this cooking time.
- Shred and thicken the gravy (optional): Remove the chicken and shred it finely with two forks. If you prefer thicker gravy, whisk together cornstarch and water, then stir this mixture into the crockpot gravy. Cook uncovered for another 10 to 15 minutes until the gravy thickens to your liking.
- Serve and enjoy: Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir gently to coat the chicken in the creamy gravy. Serve warm over your choice of mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley for a touch of color and freshness.
Notes
- Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts for a juicier, more flavorful option.
- You can substitute the onion soup mix with ranch seasoning for a slightly different flavor profile.
- If you prefer a gluten-free version, ensure your soup and seasoning mixes are certified gluten-free.
- Adding butter is optional but enhances the richness of the gravy.
- To reduce sodium, opt for low-sodium broth and soup varieties.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or thyme to brighten the dish.
- This dish can be prepared a day ahead; just refrigerate and reheat gently before serving.
Keywords: crockpot chicken, creamy chicken gravy, slow cooker chicken, easy chicken dinner, comfort food
