🌟 Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooked Chicken & Gravy
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Effortless cooking
Toss, cook, serve — minimal hands-on time
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Family-approved
Kids and adults alike love the creamy, mild flavor
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Comfort in a bowl
Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles
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Budget-friendly
Uses affordable, shelf-stable ingredients
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Meal-prep ready
Tastes even better the next day — perfect for leftovers
This isn’t just dinner.
It’s kitchen magic.
🧄 Ingredients (Serves 6)
Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
6 (about 2.5–3 lbs)
Thighs work too — even more tender
Chicken gravy mix (dry packets)
2 packets
Onion or mushroom flavor adds depth
Cream of chicken soup
1 (10.5 oz) can
The secret to creamy richness
Water
2 cups
Or chicken broth for extra flavor
Garlic powder
1 tbsp
For savory depth
Onion powder
1 tsp
Sweet, aromatic base
Salt & black pepper
To taste
Season in layers for best flavor
✅ Optional upgrades:
Add ½ cup frozen peas or carrots
Stir in sliced mushrooms or onions
Swap in turkey breast or pork tenderloin
🥣 Step-by-Step: How to Make Slow Cooked Chicken & Gravy
Step 1: Prep & Layer
Place chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker
Sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper
✅ Pro Tip: No need to brown — the slow cook does all the work.
Step 2: Make the Gravy Base
In a bowl, whisk together:
Water (or broth)
Cream of chicken soup
Both gravy packets
Pour over the chicken — make sure it’s evenly covered
✅ No lumps? You’re doing it right.
Step 3: Slow Cook to Tender Perfection
Cover and cook:
Low for 6–7 hours (best texture)
High for 3–4 hours (faster, but less tender)
✅ Chicken should shred easily with a fork.
Step 4: Shred & Serve
Remove chicken and shred with two forks
Return to the slow cooker and stir into the gravy
Let it sit 5–10 minutes — gravy will thicken slightly
✅ Optional: Stir in a splash of milk or cream for extra silkiness.
Step 5: Serve & Savor
Serve hot — each bite should be juicy, creamy, and deeply comforting
Pair with:
Mashed potatoes (classic!)
Buttered egg noodles
Rice or polenta
A simple green salad on the side
Leftovers? Store in the fridge for up to 4 days — or freeze for 3 months.
🧑🍳 Pro Tips for the Best Chicken & Gravy Every Time
Use chicken thighs
More flavor, more tender, less dry
Add broth instead of water
Richer, deeper flavor
Don’t overcook
Chicken can dry out on high heat
Thicken the gravy (optional)
Mix 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp cold water — stir in and cook 15 mins
Make it creamy
Stir in 2–4 tbsp sour cream or cream cheese at the end
🍽️ Final Thoughts: Sometimes the Best Dinner Isn’t Complicated — It’s Just Comforting and Easy
We think great meals need time, skill, and a long ingredient list.
But the truth is:
The most satisfying meals are often the simplest.
This Slow Cooked Chicken & Gravy proves that great flavor doesn’t need to be hard.
So next time you’re tired, busy, or just craving something warm and familiar…
Don’t overthink it.
Make this.
Because sometimes, the difference between “I can’t cook tonight” and “This tastes like a five-star meal”…
Isn’t in the sauce.
It’s in the slow cooker.
And once you make this?
You might just find that the best meals don’t come from fancy recipes.
They come from a pot, a little time, and a lot of love.