Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

introduction

This Crockpot Chicken and Gravy is a simple, warm meal. It uses few ingredients and cooks slowly. You can set it and forget it. The chicken comes out soft and the sauce is creamy. This recipe works well for busy days or easy family dinners.

why make this recipe

Make this recipe when you want an easy, filling meal with little work. The slow cooker does most of the work. It is great for meal prep and busy nights. It also pairs well with other comfort dishes like biscuits and gravy breakfast casserole.

how to make Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

1. Put the chicken breasts in the crockpot.
2. Mix the cream of chicken soup, ranch mix, and chicken broth in a bowl.
3. Pour the soup mix over the chicken.
4. Add salt and pepper.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours until the chicken is tender.
6. When done, shred or slice the chicken and stir into the gravy if you like.

Serve the chicken and gravy over rice or mashed potatoes for a full meal.

Ingredients :

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 can cream of chicken soup, 1 packet ranch dressing mix, 1 cup chicken broth, Salt and pepper to taste, Cooked rice or mashed potatoes for serving

Directions :

1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot., 2. In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, ranch dressing mix, and chicken broth until well combined., 3. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the crockpot., 4. Season with salt and pepper., 5. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender., 6. Serve over cooked rice or mashed potatoes.

how to serve Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

• Spoon the chicken and gravy over cooked white rice or mashed potatoes.
• Add steamed green beans or a side salad for color and veg.
• For a heartier plate, serve with soft dinner rolls to soak up the gravy.

how to store Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

• Cool the dish to room temperature before storing.
• Put in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
• For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
• Reheat on the stove over low heat or in the microwave until hot.

tips to make Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

• Use thicker cream soup for a richer sauce. If too thick, add a little extra chicken broth.
• Do not lift the lid while cooking; heat loss can add time.
• If you want thicker gravy at the end, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into the crockpot. Cook 10–15 more minutes on high.
• Taste and add salt after cooking, since the soup and ranch mix can be salty.

variation (if any)

• Add sliced mushrooms and onions for more flavor.
• Use boneless skinless thighs instead of breasts for a juicier result.
• Swap cream of chicken with cream of mushroom for a different taste.

FAQs

Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
A: Yes, but add 1–2 hours to the cooking time and make sure the chicken reaches 165°F.

Q: Can I make this on high instead of low?
A: You can cook on high for about 3–4 hours, but the chicken may not be as tender as on low.

Q: Is the ranch packet necessary?
A: The ranch adds flavor. If you do not have it, add garlic powder, onion powder, and a little dried parsley instead.

Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
A: Not with the canned soup unless you use a dairy-free cream soup substitute and check the ranch mix ingredients.

Q: How do I thicken the gravy without cornstarch?
A: Remove some sauce, whisk in flour, then return it to the crockpot and cook on high for 10–15 minutes.

Conclusion

For more tips and a similar recipe, see Crockpot Chicken & Gravy – Plain Chicken (https://www.plainchicken.com/crock-pot-chicken-gravy/).

Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

A simple, warm meal featuring tender chicken cooked in a creamy gravy, perfect for busy days and family dinners.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 7 hours hrs

Total Time 7 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can cream of chicken soup Use a thicker cream soup for a richer sauce.
• 1 packet ranch dressing mix Alternatively, use seasonings like garlic powder and onion powder.
• 1 cup chicken broth Add extra if sauce is too thick.
• to taste Salt and pepper Taste and adjust after cooking.
• as needed Cooked rice or mashed potatoes for serving Serve over rice or mashed potatoes.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the cream of chicken soup, ranch dressing mix, and chicken broth until well combined.
3. Pour the mixture over the chicken in the crockpot.
4. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
6. When done, shred or slice the chicken and stir into the gravy if desired.

Serving

1. Spoon the chicken and gravy over cooked white rice or mashed potatoes.
2. Add steamed green beans or a side salad for color and veg.
3. For a heartier plate, serve with soft dinner rolls to soak up the gravy.

Storage

1. Cool the dish to room temperature before storing.
2. Put in an airtight container and keep in the fridge for up to 3–4 days.
3. For longer storage, freeze in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
4. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
5. Reheat on the stove over low heat or in the microwave until hot.

Notes

If you want thicker gravy, mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons cold water and stir into the crockpot. Cook for an additional 10–15 minutes on high. Do not lift the lid while cooking; heat loss can add time.