With only a handful of ingredients Crockpot Chicken and Gravy is an easy kid friendly meal the whole family will love! Made in the crockpot and served over rice or noodles it's simple and delicious!
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This is one of my favorite easy recipes on the blog. Crockpot chicken and gravy is such a great slow-cooker meal! It's a comfort food recipe. When you get home from your busy day, just shred the chicken (I love to use a handheld mixer for this.)
It only takes minutes of prep time! Serve the shredded chicken with rich, thick, creamy gravy over rice or noodles. And just like this, your amazing dinner is done! This will be a winner in your home for sure!
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This Crockpot Chicken and Gravy recipe is one of my go-to comfort meals, and now I'm telling you exactly why in this short audio clip! Hit play to hear the behind-the-scenes story, my favorite tricks (including the one ingredient that makes people think you did something fancy).
AND what I really do when no one's looking and there's still gravy in the slow cooker. 😄 Come hang out while dinner basically cooks itself! Just push play!
Ingredients
This easy crockpot chicken needs just a few basic ingredients-exact amounts are in the recipe card below.
- 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- Chicken gravy packets - though you can use brown gravy mix as well, grab the dry gravy packet.
- Cream of chicken soup - you can substitute healthy request cream of chicken soup or cream of mushroom if you'd prefer.
- Chicken broth or low sodium chicken broth.
Crockpot Chicken and Gravy
Ingredients
- 3-4 skinless boneless chicken breasts You can use white meat chicken or boneless skinless chicken thighs.
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 .87 ounce packets of chicken gravy mix packets
- 1 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup
- 14.5 ounce can of chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons dijon mustard optional
Instructions
- Prepare the crockpot by spraying with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper, and place the chicken breast in the crockpot.
- In a small bowl combine the cream of chicken soup, gravy seasoning mix, chicken broth and mustard (if using!) until completely smooth. Pour over the chicken.
- Seal the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- When the chicken is tender and cooked, remove and shred with two forks. Return it to the chicken to the slow cooker. Mix everything together well.
- Serve with the flavorful gravy over cooked rice, noodles or mashed potatoes, enjoy!
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Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions for this easy slow cooker recipe.
- Season the chicken breast with the salt, pepper and garlic powder, place chicken in the crockpot.
- Whisk together the cream soup, gravy mix, chicken broth and mustard (if using!) until completely smooth. Pour over the chicken.
- Place the lid on the the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours
- Shred the chicken and serve over white rice, noodles or mashed potatoes, enjoy!
FAQ's
If you don't want to use a gravy packet, consider making your gravy from scratch! Here you'll find great a great gravy recipe with step by step instructions.
Absolutely! There is no need to cook or brown the chicken. However, if you decide to sear it first, it will add a bit more flavor. Either way, this is a delicious meal!
There are many shortcuts to add additional flavor to a gravy mix. Consider adding a couple tablespoons of minced fresh herbs, a healthy pinch of red chili powder, a splash of dry white wine or a couple teaspoons of dijon mustard. Any of this will add just a little something and make your gravy even tastier!
Deb's tips
I prefer to cook chicken in the crockpot on low temperature in the crockpot for the most tender chicken.
- Use a blender to shred the chicken. It's so quick and easy!
- If you're looking for a great Thanksgiving dinner, sub out the chicken for turkey breasts. Just as delicious, and don't forget the cranberry sauce!
- Make soup with leftovers. Add fresh sautéed or frozen vegetables and extra chicken stock and you'll have a yummy creamy chicken soup.
📓 Variations
- Add baby potatoes and sliced mushrooms to the crockpot with the chicken. They will cook together and all be done at the same time. What an easy dinner recipe!
- Stirring in about half a cup of sour cream at the end will make this tangy and delicious!
More slow cooker recipes
- Crockpot Crack Chicken is another comforting meal with tender juicy chicken, bacon and topped with cheese - amazing!
- Or try Crock Pot Ranch Chicken, it's pure comfort food!
- Find all of my favorite (25+) Shredded Crockpot Recipes here!
Serve with
- This easy recipe for Pan Fried Vegetables only takes minutes to make!
- Serve with a side of green beans - this recipe is simple and delicious!
- Easy Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole - this makes a great side dish for dinner!
- Cracker Barrel Fried Apples for dessert - these are simple to make and so good!
That's all there is to it-easy, comforting, and packed with flavor. This Crockpot Chicken and Gravy is one of those cozy, no-fuss dinners you'll come back to again and again. Whether you serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits (yes, please!), it's the kind of meal that feels like a hug at the end of a long day.
If you give it a try, I'd love to hear how it turned out! Leave a comment below or snap a photo and tag me-seeing your creations always makes my day.
Chanda Kennemer says
This recipe is fantastic…real comfort food on a November evening! I served the chicken and gravy over mashed potatoes and my husband and I thought it was delightful. Thanks for this easy and flavorful recipe!
Debra Clark says
Wonderful! I'm so glad you enjoyed the recipe Chanda, that sounds absolutely delicious. Thanks so much for coming back and sharing. I appreciate your support!
Stacy says
This was really good and easy. Very comforting. Going in my Sunday rotation.
Debra Clark says
I agree, pure comfort food! Glad it was enjoyed, thanks for supporting the blog Stacy!
Kathleen H says
What is a serving size? 1 cup?
Debra Clark says
About 3/4 of a cup. Enjoy the recipe Kathleen!
Brittany says
Easy to make, warm and comforting! Your crockpot chicken and gravy recipe looks delicious!
Debra Clark says
Thanks Brittany, I hope you give it a try!!
Kathi Hanson says
Could you use Honey Mustard in this instead of djon mustard ? We love Sweet Baby Rays honey mustard sauce!! Thanks for the recipe can’t wait to try it going to serve it with Green Bean Casserole &Cranberry Sauce
Bowl Me Over says
Yes, that would be delicious as well! Or, you can omit that ingredient. Enjoy the recipe Kathi, this will be a family favorite, enjoy!!
Wendy C says
What serving size per person are your nutritional facts based on?
Bowl Me Over says
Roughly about a cup. It will depend on the size and number of the chicken breasts you use.