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Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy Recipe

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This Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy recipe is a comforting and easy-to-make dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked slowly in a creamy chicken soup and gravy mixture. Perfectly served over mashed potatoes and garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a hearty meal ideal for busy days or cozy dinners.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 3 chicken breasts
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Gravy Mixture

  • 10.5 oz can cream of chicken soup
  • 2 packets (8.7 oz each) chicken gravy mix
  • 1.5 cups water

To Serve

  • Mashed potatoes
  • Parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the gravy mixture: In a medium or large bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken gravy mix packets, and water until smooth. Pour the mixture directly into the slow cooker or crockpot.
  2. Add the chicken and season: Place the chicken breasts into the slow cooker on top of the gravy mixture. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper to your preference.
  3. Cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high heat for 4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  4. Shred the chicken: Once the chicken is tender, remove it briefly and use two forks to roughly shred the meat into bite-sized pieces.
  5. Combine and finish cooking: Return the shredded chicken back into the slow cooker and stir it well into the gravy. Continue cooking for an additional 15 to 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to soak in the gravy.
  6. Serve: Spoon the creamy chicken and gravy over prepared mashed potatoes and garnish with fresh parsley before serving for a comforting and satisfying meal.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, consider adding garlic powder or onion powder to the gravy mixture.
  • You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if you prefer darker meat; adjust cooking time if needed.
  • This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a simple green salad.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
  • Using low sodium soup and gravy mix can help control salt content if desired.

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