Crockpot Chicken and Gravy
Crockpot Chicken and Gravy is a savory dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, flavorful gravy. Perfect for busy days, this recipe allows you to prepare a hearty meal with minimal effort.
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot (slow cooker)
- 1 Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix About 1 ounce.
- 1 packet brown gravy mix About 1 ounce.
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup cream of chicken soup
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot.
- In a bowl, mix together the dry ranch dressing mix, brown gravy mix, chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the gravy mixture over the chicken in the crockpot, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
- Cover the crockpot with its lid and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the chicken is tender and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it with two forks.
- Return the shredded chicken to the gravy in the crockpot, stirring to combine.
- Serve the chicken and gravy over rice, mashed potatoes, or egg noodles as desired.
Notes
For added flavor, you can include some chopped vegetables like carrots and potatoes in the crockpot before adding the chicken. If you prefer a thicker gravy, you can mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the gravy in the last 30 minutes of cooking. This dish can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheats well in the microwave or on the stove.