Description
This Crockpot Chicken and Gravy recipe is a comforting and effortless meal perfect for busy days. Tender boneless, skinless chicken breasts slow-cooked in a creamy blend of cream of chicken soup, ranch dressing mix, and chicken broth create a flavorful gravy that’s delicious over rice or mashed potatoes. With minimal prep and cook time dependent on your schedule, this dish is ideal for hands-off cooking and hearty family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Sauce
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your crockpot, arranging them evenly.
- Make the Sauce: In a separate bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, ranch dressing mix, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Add Sauce to Crockpot: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the chicken breasts in the crockpot, ensuring they are well coated.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and pepper over the mixture according to your taste preferences.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot and cook on the low setting for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Shred Chicken: Once cooked, use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, mixing it thoroughly with the creamy gravy.
- Serve: Spoon the shredded chicken and gravy over hot rice or mashed potatoes, and enjoy your comforting meal.
Notes
- For richer flavor, use homemade chicken broth instead of store-bought.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to dietary needs.
- You can add vegetables such as peas or carrots in the last hour of cooking for added nutrition.
- Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
