Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken & Gravy Recipe
This Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken & Gravy recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken simmered in a rich, flavorful creamy sauce made with chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, and aromatic spices. Perfectly cooked in a slow cooker, it’s a comforting and easy meal to serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours (low) or 3 to 4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (using low setting)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
Sauce and Seasoning
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley (plus more for garnish)
Optional
- ½ cup sour cream (optional, for extra creaminess)
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Lightly grease the slow cooker with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Add Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker in an even layer.
- Mix Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, and dried parsley until well combined.
- Pour Sauce Over Chicken: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken pieces are fully coated.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easy to shred with a fork.
- Shred Chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker to mix it with the creamy sauce evenly.
- Add Sour Cream: If desired, stir in ½ cup of sour cream for extra creaminess and richness to the gravy.
- Serve: Serve the creamy shredded chicken hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles. Garnish with extra dried parsley for a fresh touch.
Notes
- For best results, use chicken thighs if you prefer juicier meat as they tend to stay more moist during slow cooking.
- The sour cream is optional, but it adds a wonderful creaminess that balances the spices.
- You can adjust the salt amount to your preference to keep it healthier or more seasoned.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently to maintain creaminess.
- Pair the dish with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
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