Description
This Easy Crock Pot Chicken and Gravy is a simple, comfort food dish that requires minimal effort and delivers big flavor. Tender chicken cooked in a rich, savory gravy makes the perfect meal when served over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits. A family favorite for busy nights or cozy dinners!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 packet (1 oz) brown gravy mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken:
- Place the chicken breasts (or thighs) at the bottom of the crock pot.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Make the gravy mixture:
- In a bowl, whisk together the ranch seasoning mix, brown gravy mix, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Pour this gravy mixture over the chicken in the crock pot, covering the chicken evenly.
- Cook the chicken:
- Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Shred the chicken:
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the crock pot and shred it using two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the gravy in the crock pot and stir to combine.
- Serve and enjoy:
- Serve the chicken and gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a thicker gravy, you can whisk in a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with water and cook for an additional 15-30 minutes.
- This recipe can easily be doubled for larger families or meal prep.
- If you prefer bone-in chicken, you can substitute chicken thighs or drumsticks, but they may require a longer cooking time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish, Comfort Food
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American