Description
This Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy recipe delivers tender, shredded chicken simmered in a creamy, flavorful gravy made with cream of chicken soup, chicken gravy mix, and ranch seasoning. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal, this comforting dish cooks low and slow with minimal prep and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Gravy
- 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (1 oz) packet chicken gravy mix
- 1 (1 oz) packet ranch seasoning mix
- ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Optional
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for thickening)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Place the boneless skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker, ensuring they are spread evenly.
- Make Sauce Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken gravy mix, ranch seasoning mix, low-sodium chicken broth, black pepper, and garlic powder until fully combined.
- Combine and Cook: Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken breasts. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours, or on high for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Shred Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker. Stir well to coat the shredded chicken in the rich gravy.
- Optional Gravy Thickening: If you prefer a thicker gravy, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water to create a slurry. Stir this mixture into the slow cooker, then cook on high for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the gravy thickens.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the shredded chicken and gravy hot, ideally over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a tablespoon of butter before cooking.
- Leftover chicken and gravy make excellent open-faced sandwiches or freezer-friendly meals.
- To keep this dish gluten-free, use gluten-free labeled soup and seasoning mixes.
