Description
Indulge in the warm embrace of Crockpot Chicken and Gravy, where tender chicken meets a savory, rich gravy. This effortless dish is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, letting you unwind while it cooks to perfection. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a meal that fills your home with mouthwatering aromas and brings smiles to the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 packet (0.87 oz) gravy mix
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tsp olive oil (optional for searing)
- Fresh thyme or rosemary (optional for added flavor)
Instructions
- Prepare your crockpot by plugging it in and setting it to low heat.
- Optional: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; sear chicken breasts until golden brown on each side.
- Place the chicken in the crockpot and evenly distribute sliced onions and minced garlic over them.
- In a bowl, whisk together chicken broth and gravy mix; pour the mixture over the chicken.
- Sprinkle black pepper on top. If using herbs, add them now.
- Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the chicken shreds easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg