Slow Cooked Chicken and Gravy

There’s nothing like coming home to the smell of a delicious, home-cooked meal. And this quick slow cooked chicken and gravy recipe is sure to make your taste buds happy! Best of all, this simple slow cooked chicken and gravy meal is a set it and forget it recipe. So, you can spend more time with your family or taking care of errands while these flavors meld and blend together throughout the day.

When you walk in the door to your home and smell the savory smell of chicken that has been cooked all day, you know it is going to taste wonderful. This healthy slow cooked chicken and gravy version only takes a few ingredients. Chicken, cream of chicken soup and garlic powder are the main ingredients that go into the slow cooker. Once you set it on low, you can simply let it cook for 6 to 8 hours.

By the time you’re done with your day, you’ll have a delicious home-cooked meal waiting for you. I guarantee once you try this recipe, you’ll be wondering why you hadn’t long ago. It’s that simple. It’s also perfect if you’re out of ideas for the week or if you’re in a rush to make a delicious dinner before heading to work, school, or out for the day.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Uses simple pantry ingredients and traditional chicken, so you can make this family friendly slow cooked chicken and gravy without a hassle!
• Packs plenty of flavor with gravy mix, seasonings, and cream of chicken soup. It’s truly delectable!
• You can use your own ingredients and variations if you’re searching for even more homemade slow cooked chicken and gravy ideas.
• Swap ingredients to make this a healthy slow cooked chicken version that’s just right for your family’s preferences or potential dietary needs and/or restrictions.

Ingredients

• Cream of chicken soup
• Chicken breasts
• Water
• Chicken gravy mix
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Salt and pepper
• Fresh or frozen vegetables (optional)

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

Chicken breasts: If you’re not a fan of chicken breasts or if you prefer dark meat, you can swap the breasts for thighs and legs. You might also want to try this recipe with rotisserie chicken. However, if you do use a rotisserie chicken, you’ll likely only need to cook this recipe for a few hours, as opposed to 6 to 8—as the chicken will already be extremely tender and juicy.

Chicken gravy mix: Feel free to use canned chicken gravy if you do not have any powdered chicken gravy mix available

Fresh or frozen vegetables: While this isn’t necessary, adding veggies to your slow-cooked chicken will increase its nutritional value. You can add anything from frozen broccoli to corn, peas, and green beans. Adding a mixture of veggies will also provide a new layer of texture to enjoy.

Cream of chicken soup: This is the main base for this slow-cooked chicken. I highly recommend keeping it in. However, if you prefer a milder chicken base, you can swap it for cream of mushroom soup for similar results.

How to Make It

Step 1. Place the can of soup, water, onion powder, garlic powder, and water into the slow cooker. Stir well to combine. This will be the base in which your chicken cooks in. Ensure it’s well-mixed so all of your chicken takes on the same flavor.

Step 2. Add gravy mix packets and salt and pepper to taste into the slow cooker. Also stir this mixture well to combine.

Step 3. Add the chicken to the slow cooker and toss to coat in the sauce mixture. Ensure all the chicken has been covered or coated as best as possible during this step.

Step 4. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8. I highly recommend cooking this chicken on low, especially if you’re using chicken breasts. This will help tenderize the chicken without forcing it to cook too fast.

Step 5. If desired, you can stir in some frozen or fresh vegetables during the last hour of cooking.

Step 6. Serve on its own, or over rice, pasta, etc.

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Tips for Success

Can I prepare this slow cooked chicken and gravy ahead of time?

Certainly, simply prepare and cook the dish according to the directions. Then place the food into an airtight container and in the refrigerator. When you are ready, just reheat the dish and serve as usual.

Storage & Reheating

How do I store the slow cooked chicken and gravy?

The easy slow cooked chicken and gravy for beginners should be at room temperature before it is placed into an airtight container and into the refrigerator. It will stay fresh for up to 4 days. The chicken and gravy can also be frozen in an airtight container for up to 3 months.

You can reheat this best slow cooked chicken and gravy recipe by removing it from your freezer or refrigerator. Allow it to come close to room temperature and reheat in a saucepan over medium heat for 10 to 15 minutes. You can also microwave leftovers for 2 to 3 minutes, per serving.

Serving Suggestions

How should I serve the slow cooked chicken and gravy?

The delicious chicken and gravy can be served over rice or pasta. You can serve this delicious chicken over homemade roasted garlic mashed potatoes or yellow rice for a hearty and satisfying meal.

If you have a hankering for pasta, however, I’d definitely pair this slow cooked chicken and gravy with our creamy garlic pasta. Absolutely delicious! It is also tasty serving it over mashed potatoes. It could also be served as is, with a slice of crusty bread.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?

Yes, you can! However, it will take longer to cook frozen chicken than it does if it is thawed. If at all possible, thaw the chicken overnight in the refrigerator first.

Is slow cooked chicken and gravy a low carb recipe?

To make this a low carb meal, replace the flour with almond flour or low carb flour.

Notes

You can add a variety of sides and ingredients to this dish to make it your own. From broccoli and white rice to fresh parsley and green onions, the only limit is your imagination!

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