Crockpot Chicken and Gravy: A Comforting Classic Recipe
This comforting Crockpot Chicken and Gravy recipe delivers tender, flavorful chicken breast slow-cooked in a rich, creamy ranch and brown gravy sauce. Perfect for a cozy family meal, it pairs wonderfully with rice or mashed potatoes and is easy to prepare with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Approximately 1.5 lbs)
Sauce & Seasoning
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix (1 oz)
- 1 packet brown gravy mix (1 oz)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz can)
- ½ cup sour cream
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Chopped parsley
Optional Additions
- Chopped onions (optional)
- Minced garlic (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into the crockpot in an even layer to ensure uniform cooking.
- Mix the Sauce: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing mix, brown gravy mix, chicken broth, and cream of chicken soup until the sauce is smooth and well combined.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the prepared sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the crockpot, making sure each piece is coated with the sauce. Optionally, add chopped onions or garlic at this stage for enhanced flavor. Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 6 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, mixing it well with the thick gravy.
- Add Sour Cream and Season: Stir in the sour cream until evenly distributed in the gravy. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as preferred.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the chicken and creamy gravy over cooked rice or mashed potatoes. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a pop of color and fresh flavor.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped onions or garlic to the crockpot before cooking.
- This dish freezes well, making it perfect for meal prep or saving leftovers.
- Adjust the seasoning to your preference; herbs like thyme or rosemary can add depth to the flavor.
- Serve with creamy mashed potatoes, rice, or buttery noodles for a comforting meal.
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