Crockpot Chicken And Gravy: Your Ultimate Comfort Food Meal (Print Version)
How to make tender crockpot chicken and rich gravy with simple ingredients that delivers a comforting, stress-free family dinner everyone will adore.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 240 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 255 minutes
Servings: 6 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Omnivore
# Ingredients:
→ Base/Main Components
01 -
2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
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1 (10.5-ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
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1 medium yellow onion, chopped
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3-4 cloves garlic, minced
→ Flavor Builders
06 -
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon dried thyme
→ Seasonings & Spices
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
→ Thickener & Finishing
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1/4 cup cornstarch
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1/4 cup cold water
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1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
# Instructions:
01 -
In a small skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté the chopped yellow onion and minced garlic for 3-5 minutes until softened and fragrant. This builds a foundational flavor for your Crockpot Chicken And Gravy.
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Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into your slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth, condensed cream of chicken soup, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper.
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Add the sautéed onion and garlic to the slow cooker. Stir all ingredients gently to ensure the chicken is well coated with the flavorful liquid. This prepares your delicious Crockpot Chicken And Gravy for cooking.
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Cover your slow cooker and cook on low for 4 hours, or until the chicken breasts are fork-tender and easily shreddable. The internal temperature should reach 165°F for safety.
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Remove chicken to a plate and shred. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with cold water until smooth. Stir this slurry into the slow cooker liquid. Cook on high for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the gravy thickens beautifully.
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Return the shredded chicken to the thickened gravy in the slow cooker. Stir in the heavy cream and fresh chopped parsley. Let it warm through for a few minutes, allowing flavors to meld perfectly.
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Serve your comforting Crockpot Chicken And Gravy immediately over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles. Garnish with extra fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy this ultimate stress-free family meal!
# Notes:
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Whisk cornstarch and cold water until perfectly smooth for lump-free gravy, avoiding a common mistake.
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Cool completely, then store Crockpot Chicken And Gravy in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator.
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Substitute boneless chicken thighs for breasts for a richer, more succulent Crockpot Chicken And Gravy.
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Serve warm over mashed potatoes or rice; garnish with fresh parsley for an ultimate comfort meal.
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Chop onion and mince garlic a day ahead; refrigerate until ready to build foundational flavor.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Slow cooker
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small skillet
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whisk
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small bowl
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plate
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airtight container
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serving bowls
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measuring cups
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measuring spoons
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spatula
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 440
Total Fat: 20g
Total Carbohydrate: 12g
Protein: 48g