Valentina Ablaev
This crockpot chicken and gravy is the perfect hearty addition to your meal. Not only is this gravy rich in nutrients, but thanks to the crockpot, this recipe is super easy to make.
The crockpot is the perfect tool for making dishes, and I am sure this will become a favorite like our crockpot chicken alfredo.
Tender pieces of chicken and the most flavorful, hearty gravy. This delicious crockpot dish is perfect to add on top of creamy mashed potatoes alongside a simple roasted chicken for the perfect comfort food.
Our slow cooker is one of our favorite tools because you can make everything from barbecue pulled pork, to easy crockpot potato soup.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Simple recipe. Using the crockpot, this gravy comes together with little effort.
- Hearty. A rich gravy like this is the perfect way to add nutrients to your meal.
- Delicious. This gravy is like no other; the flavor is explosive!
Ingredients for Crockpot Chicken and Gravy:
- Chicken – boneless skinless chicken breast is perfect for this recipe.
- Seasoning – garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper add so much flavor to the chicken.
- Butter – unsalted butter brings richness to this dish.
- Flour – helps to thicken up the gravy.
- Broth – chicken broth adds flavor to this dish.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and quantities.
Substitutions and Variations:
All of the add-ins, substitutions, and different variations to the recipe you want to make.
- Add vegetables: Make this dish even heartier by loading it up with mushrooms, and even roasted broccoli!
- Bacon: Adding bits of crispy bacon is the perfect way to take your dish to the next level. Not only does the bacon add flavor, but it also brings a level of crunch that you wouldn’t otherwise achieve.
How to Make Crockpot Chicken and Gravy:
Step-by-step instructions make this the easiest chicken and gravy recipe:
- Season the chicken. In a small bowl, whisk together flour, broth, and seasoning.
3.Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6 hours.
2. To the crockpot, add flour, garlic, broth, seasoning, and chicken breasts.
4. Once the chicken is cooked, shred it with two forks.
Expert Tips:
- Season generously: Season all sides of the chicken generously to ensure maximum flavor.
- Add vegetables: Make your gravy extra hearty by adding diced onion, celery, and carrots to the crockpot.
- Garnish: Top your final product with fresh herbs like dill and parsley. Not only do they make the dish beautiful but extra delicious.
Serving Suggestions:
- Top your creamy mashed potatoes with this rich chicken gravy. Pair alongside a light cucumber tomato salad for the perfect meal.
- Your thanksgiving meal will be completed with this hearty chicken gravy.
- Simple white rice makes the perfect blank canvas for this chicken and gravy.
Recipe FAQs
If your gravy isn’t thickening up, you can add a cornstarch slurry. Mix water and cornstarch using a 1:1 ratio and add it into the gravy.
Yes, you can make this recipe in the instant pot. Simply cook on high pressure for about 30 minutes.
The slow cooking method gives this gravy a great depth of flavor and it’s super easy! It uses minimal dishes and you can start it in the morning and have dinner by evening!
You can absolutely use chicken thighs for this recipe. We recommend trimming off any extra fat when using chicken thighs.
Store & Reheat:
- Storage. Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Reheat. Warm up the gravy on a warm pan. Allow the gravy to simmer on low-medium heat until reheated. If gravy becomes too thick, add water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Freeze. Keep the gravy fresh for longer by freezing it! Add the cooled gravy to a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze. Store for up to 3 months. Reheat: Add the frozen gravy to a pan and warm until reheated.
More Crockpot Recipes
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Crockpot Chicken and Gravy
Ingredients
chicken-
- 2 pounds chicken breast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
gravy-
- 4 Tbsp unsalted butter sliced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
- 32 oz chicken broth 4 cups
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp groud black pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
Instructions
- Combine the ingredients and season the chicken on all sides.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic, broth, salt, pepper and paprika.
- Add chicken to the crockpot, pour the broth and add the butter.
- Cook on low for 6 hours or on high for 3-4. Once the chicken is cooked, shred with two forks.
Notes
- Season generously: Season all sides of the chicken generously to ensure maximum flavor.
- Add vegetables: Make your gravy extra hearty by adding diced onion, celery, and carrots to the crockpot.
- Garnish: Top your final product with fresh herbs like dill and parsley. Not only do they make the dish beautiful but extra delicious.
- Storage. Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat. Warm up the gravy on a warm pan. Allow the gravy to simmer on low-medium heat until reheated. If gravy becomes too thick, add water until you reach your desired consistency.
- Freeze. Keep the gravy fresh for longer by freezing it! Add the cooled gravy to a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze. Store for up to 3 months. Reheat: Add the frozen gravy to a pan and warm until reheated.
