Description
How to make tender crockpot chicken and creamy gravy with minimal effort that your family will love on busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- The Chicken & Base Liquid:
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- Creamy Gravy Foundation:
- 1 (10.5 oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter, melted
- Aromatic & Flavor Boosters:
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (1 oz) packet dry ranch seasoning mix
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- Seasonings & Finishing Touches:
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prep Aromatics: Start by chopping your onion and mincing the garlic. Place the boneless, skinless chicken thighs directly into your slow cooker. This simple prep gets your Crockpot Chicken And Gravy journey started right.
- Add Ingredients: Pour in the chicken broth, condensed cream of chicken soup, chopped onion, minced garlic, dry ranch seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme over the chicken.
- Gentle Stir: Gently stir the ingredients in the crockpot to combine them around the chicken. Ensure everything is well distributed so the flavors can meld beautifully as your Crockpot Chicken And Gravy cooks.
- Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 4 hours, or until the chicken is fork-tender and easily shreds. Resist peeking too much! This slow cooking process is key for incredibly tender chicken.
- Thicken Gravy: Remove chicken and shred it. In a bowl, whisk melted butter, cornstarch, and heavy cream until smooth. Pour this into the crockpot liquid, whisking continuously until the gravy thickens nicely.
- Serve & Enjoy: Return the shredded chicken to the thickened gravy in the crockpot. Stir gently to coat. Garnish your delicious Crockpot Chicken And Gravy with fresh parsley and serve warm for a comforting meal.
Notes
Don’t constantly lift the slow cooker lid; consistent heat is crucial for tender chicken and perfect gravy.
Store leftover Crockpot Chicken And Gravy in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
For best results, always use boneless, skinless chicken thighs; breasts tend to dry out.
Serve warm over creamy mashed potatoes or tender egg noodles, garnished with fresh parsley.
Prep onion and garlic a day or two ahead; assemble all ingredients in the crockpot just before cooking.
Briefly brown chicken thighs in a skillet before slow cooking for a richer, more complex flavor.
**Allergy Information:** Dairy, Gluten, Soy, Fish