Description
Crockpot Chicken and Gravy is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for busy weeknights when you crave a warm, hearty meal. With tender chicken simmered in a rich gravy, this recipe offers a delightful blend of flavors that will have your family gathering around the table. Just set it and forget it while you go about your day, and return to a home filled with mouthwatering aromas that evoke feelings of nostalgia and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 packet gravy mix
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken breasts before placing them in the crockpot.
- Scatter minced garlic and chopped onion over the chicken.
- Pour in low-sodium chicken broth to cover half of the chicken.
- In a separate bowl, mix the gravy packet with cold water until smooth, then stir it into the crockpot.
- Season with salt, pepper, and dried thyme; gently stir using a wooden spoon.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours until the chicken is tender.
- Shred the chicken in the pot with two forks, mix everything together, and serve hot over rice or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Comfort Food
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg