Description
Crockpot Chicken and Gravy is a heartwarming, hassle-free meal that transforms tender chicken into a savory delight simmered in a rich gravy. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, this dish brings back fond memories of family gatherings around the dinner table. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, you can savor delicious flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 packet (1 oz) gravy mix
- 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or ½ tsp dried thyme)
- 2 tbsp butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts; trim excess fat and season with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken broth, gravy mix, and onion soup mix until well blended.
- Place seasoned chicken in the crockpot and pour the mixture over it.
- Dot with butter and sprinkle with fresh thyme.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
- Remove the chicken, whisk the remaining liquid to create gravy, then serve over mashed potatoes or rice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 185g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg