Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy

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Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy

Tender shredded chicken smothered in rich, creamy gravy — this Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy is pure comfort food made simple. It’s a perfect weeknight dinner the whole family will love, requiring just minutes of prep and letting your slow cooker do all the work.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4 hours
Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories per serving: 213 kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken tenders or 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 (10.75 oz) can cream of chicken soup, low sodium
  • 2 envelopes chicken gravy mix, low sodium
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth, low sodium
  • 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet (optional, for darker gravy)
  • Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce:
    In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, gravy mix, chicken broth, and granulated garlic until smooth.
  2. Assemble in slow cooker:
    Place the chicken in the bottom of your slow cooker. Pour the prepared gravy mixture evenly over the chicken. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Cook:
    Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked and easily shreddable.
  4. Shred the chicken:
    Remove the cooked chicken from the slow cooker. Shred it with two forks, then return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker, stirring to fully coat in the gravy.
  5. Optional:
    Stir in Kitchen Bouquet for a richer, darker gravy color if desired.
  6. Serve:
    Spoon the chicken and gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or your favorite side. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.

Recipe Tips & Variations

  • Use chicken thighs: Boneless, skinless chicken thighs work wonderfully and stay extra juicy.
  • Add vegetables: For a heartier meal, stir in 1 cup of frozen peas and carrots during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  • Oven method: Prefer to bake it? Combine everything in a 9×13-inch casserole dish and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 30–35 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Nutrition Information (per 1 cup serving)

  • Calories: 213 kcal
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fat: 5 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g
  • Monounsaturated Fat: 2 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.02 g
  • Cholesterol: 100 mg
  • Sodium: 375 mg
  • Potassium: 754 mg
  • Fiber: 0.2 g
  • Sugar: 0.3 g
  • Vitamin A: 265 IU
  • Vitamin C: 2 mg
  • Calcium: 16 mg
  • Iron: 1 mg

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