Easy Crock Pot Chicken and Gravy Recipe
This Easy Crock Pot Chicken and Gravy Recipe offers a warm, comforting meal featuring tender, juicy chicken slow-cooked to perfection in a rich, creamy mushroom gravy. Perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners, it requires minimal prep and simple pantry ingredients for a classic, hearty dish that pleases every palate.
- Author: Julia
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 to 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (when using gluten-free flour/cornstarch and soup)
Chicken
- 2 to 3 pounds boneless chicken thighs or breasts
Liquids and Soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
Seasonings and Spices
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Fats and Thickeners
- 2 tablespoons butter (or dairy-free butter for dairy-free option)
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour or cornstarch (for slurry)
- Prep the Chicken: Season chicken pieces evenly with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create a flavorful base that keeps the meat juicy during cooking.
- Combine Ingredients in the Crock Pot: Place the seasoned chicken into the crock pot. Pour chicken broth and cream of mushroom soup over the top, then add several pats of butter. Stir gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
- Slow Cook on Low: Set the crock pot to low and cook for 6 to 7 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and the flavors to meld for a creamy, rich gravy.
- Thicken the Gravy: About 30 minutes before serving, mix 1 tablespoon of flour or cornstarch with a small amount of cold water to form a slurry. Stir this into the crock pot and cook uncovered until the gravy thickens to your preferred consistency.
- Serve and Enjoy: Stir the chicken and gravy gently, taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use chicken thighs for juicier, more flavorful results, but breasts work fine if preferred.
- Adding the flour or cornstarch slurry late ensures smooth, lump-free gravy.
- Cooking low and slow enhances tenderness and flavor integration.
- Season the chicken well before cooking and adjust salt at the end.
- Using a digital timer can prevent overcooking and drying out the chicken.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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