When it comes to cozy, hands-off dinners that feed a hungry family with ease, few meals deliver like Crockpot Chicken and Gravy. This dish is the epitome of slow-cooked comfort — tender shredded chicken swimming in a savory, creamy gravy that tastes like it simmered on a stove all day. It’s hearty, simple, and perfect for days when you want dinner ready with minimal effort.
Using just a handful of ingredients, this recipe transforms basic pantry staples into a deeply satisfying meal. The chicken becomes fall-apart tender as it slowly cooks in a mixture of gravy mix, cream of chicken soup, and broth. The result is a rich, velvety sauce that clings to every strand of shredded chicken, soaking into mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a complete comfort food experience.
This meal is perfect for weeknights, lazy weekends, or even meal prepping for the days ahead. It’s family-friendly, freezer-friendly, and incredibly versatile — serve it over buttery mashed potatoes for a classic pairing, or ladle it onto biscuits or toast for a Southern-style open-faced sandwich.
Best of all, everything goes into the crockpot with no pre-cooking required. Set it in the morning and return to a house that smells like a warm, inviting hug. It’s a slow cooker staple you’ll turn to again and again.
Servings: 6
Ready in: 6 hours
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 packets chicken gravy mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1½ cups water or chicken broth
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Place chicken breasts in the bottom of your crockpot.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together chicken gravy mix, cream of chicken soup, water or chicken broth, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the gravy mixture evenly over the chicken in the crockpot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is very tender and easy to shred.
- Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, then stir well to coat all the chicken with the gravy.
- Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, buttered noodles, or even biscuits. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Variations:
- Creamier Finish: Add ¼ cup heavy cream or sour cream at the end of cooking for a richer texture.
- Mushroom Twist: Mix in a small can of mushrooms or use cream of mushroom soup for extra depth.
- Herbaceous Boost: Add dried thyme or rosemary for an earthy flavor profile.
- Tex-Mex Version: Stir in green chiles and use taco seasoning instead of pepper for a spicy twist.
Tips:
- Use chicken thighs for a juicier, richer result if preferred.
- Leftovers make a great filling for sandwiches, pot pies, or wraps.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- To reheat, warm gently in a saucepan or microwave, adding a splash of broth if needed to loosen the sauce.
