Description
A comforting and easy Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy recipe featuring tender chicken breasts smothered in rich, savory gravy. Perfect for busy days and family dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 2 packets (0.87 oz each) chicken gravy mix
- 2 cups water
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Place the seasoned chicken in the slow cooker.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken gravy mix, and water until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and stir it back into the gravy.
- Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, garnished with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Add mushrooms or onions for extra flavor.
- Stir in ½ cup sour cream for a creamier gravy.
- Add cayenne or red pepper flakes for heat.
- Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for a richer taste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat on stovetop or in microwave.
- Use thawed chicken breasts to ensure even cooking.
- Thicken gravy with cornstarch if needed.
- Make gluten-free by using certified gluten-free ingredients.
- Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 960mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
