Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

Crockpot Chicken and Gravy is a comforting and delicious meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With just a few simple ingredients and your trusty slow cooker, you can have tender, juicy chicken smothered in a creamy gravy that the whole family will love.

Why Make This Recipe

This recipe is perfect for when you want a hearty and satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen. With minimal prep and hands-off cooking, you can have a delicious homemade dinner ready and waiting for you at the end of a long day.

How to Make Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

Ingredients:

2 packets chicken gravy mix
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can water
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper (to taste)
3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions:

Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, black pepper, and paprika, then place them in the slow cooker.
In a bowl, mix together water, gravy packets, and cream of chicken soup until smooth.
Pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours, or until chicken is cooked through. (Optimal cooking time is around 4.5 hours.)
Once done, carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred or chop it.
Whisk sour cream into the sauce in the slow cooker until smooth.
Serve the creamy sauce over the shredded chicken.
Optionally, sprinkle with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, stuffing, or egg noodles.
Enjoy your cozy, homemade meal!

How to Serve Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

Serve this delicious chicken and gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, stuffing, or egg noodles for a hearty and satisfying meal.

How to Store Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Tips to Make Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

For extra flavor, you can add sliced mushrooms, diced onions, or minced garlic to the slow cooker with the chicken.
Make sure to whisk the sour cream into the sauce until smooth for a creamy and delicious gravy.
You can adjust the seasoning to your taste by adding more or less garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.

FAQs

1. Can I use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts?

Yes, you can use chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts if you prefer. Just adjust the cooking time as needed.

2. Can I use homemade gravy instead of gravy mix?

Yes, you can use homemade gravy instead of gravy mix if you prefer. Just make sure it’s the same consistency as the gravy mix.

3. Can I freeze the leftovers?

Yes, you can freeze the leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Simply thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating and serving.