Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

This is the ultimate cozy, no-fuss comfort meal. Tender chicken cooks low and slow in a rich, savory gravy that’s perfect over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 4–6 hours on LOW
Serves: 4–6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs

• 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup

• 1 (0.87 oz) packet chicken gravy mix (or 2 tbsp homemade gravy seasoning)

• 1 (1 oz) packet dry onion soup mix

• 1 cup chicken broth

• ½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (added at the end)

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp cornstarch + 3 tbsp cold water (optional, for thicker gravy)

• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

1. Place chicken in the bottom of a 5–6 quart slow cooker.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, dry gravy mix, onion soup mix, chicken broth, garlic powder, and pepper until smooth.

3. Pour mixture over the chicken, ensuring it’s mostly covered.

4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours or on HIGH for 2.5–3.5 hours, until chicken is tender and easily shreds.

5. Remove chicken and shred with two forks.

6. Optional thickening step:

   • In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with cold water until smooth.

   • Stir into the gravy in the slow cooker.

   • Cover and cook on HIGH for 15–20 minutes until thickened.

7. Stir in sour cream or yogurt until smooth and creamy.

8. Return shredded chicken to the gravy and stir to combine.

9. Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, noodles, or biscuits. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Tips for Success:

• Don’t overcook chicken breasts—they can dry out. Thighs are more forgiving.

• For extra flavor, add ½ cup sliced mushrooms, 1 diced onion, or a splash of white wine to the gravy mixture before cooking.

• No cream of chicken soup? Use cream of mushroom or celery soup, or make a simple roux: melt 3 tbsp butter, whisk in 3 tbsp flour, cook 1 minute, then whisk in 1¼ cups broth until thickened.

• Gluten-free option: Use gluten-free cream soup, gravy mix, and cornstarch.

• Storage: Keeps in the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze for up to 3 months.

Enjoy this simple, satisfying meal that basically makes its own gravy—minimal effort, maximum comfort!