Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy
Creamy, comforting, and incredibly simple, this slow cooker chicken and gravy recipe is pure comfort food made easy. Serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits for a cozy, no-fuss dinner that feels like home.
If you’re craving cozy comfort food with almost zero effort, this slow cooker chicken and gravy will become your weeknight hero. It’s one of those easy crock pot recipes that takes no effort but does not comprimise flavor. Juicy chicken, rich gravy, and all the nostalgic flavors of a Sunday dinner… minus the work.
I’ve been making this recipe for years, and it never fails to disappear fast. Perfect for chaotic school nights or bringing to a family for a meal train. My six year old that only eats cottage cheese even digs in for this one.
At a Glance
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low (or 3–4 hours on high)
- Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 2 packets (1 oz each) chicken gravy mix
- 1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup sour cream or heavy cream (optional, for creamier texture)
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Pro Tip: Shred a rotiserie chicken instead of cooking your own chicken
How To Cook Crock Pot Chicken and Gravy
Prep the Chicken
Place the chicken in the bottom of your slow cooker. No need to sear or pre-cook, the slow cooker will do all the work.
Make the Gravy Base
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, gravy packets, chicken broth, and black pepper until smooth.
Combine and Cook
Pour the gravy mixture evenly over the chicken, coating it completely.
Cover and cook:
- Low: 6–7 hours
- High: 3–4 hours
Cook until the chicken is tender and easily shredded. (make sure at least 165 degrees F)
Optional: Make It Creamy
During the last 15 minutes, stir in sour cream or heavy cream for a richer, creamier texture.
Shred and Serve
Shred or slice the chicken and stir it back into the gravy. I like to use a mixer in a separate bowl but using 2 forks to shred works great too. Let it sit a few minutes to absorb the flavor.
How to Serve
This slow cooker chicken and gravy pairs beautifully with:
- Mashed potatoes – classic comfort combo. (Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes)
- White rice or buttered noodles – for an easy weeknight meal. (Sweet Potato Rice)
- Biscuits – for that true Southern comfort vibe. (Drop Biscuits)
- Roasted veggies – for a balanced, hearty dinner. (Charred Broccoli)
Storage & Reheating
- Refrigerate: Up to 4 days in an airtight container.
- Freeze: Up to 3 months (thaw overnight in fridge).
- Reheat: Gently on the stove or in the microwave. Add a splash of broth if the gravy thickens too much.
Tips for the Best Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy
- Use chicken thighs for extra tenderness.
- Whisk the gravy before pouring to prevent lumps.
- Don’t add salt early — the gravy mix already has plenty.
- Add a splash of Worcestershire for depth of flavor.
- Replace half the broth with heavy cream for richness.
- Stir in frozen peas before serving for color and balance.
- Let the chicken rest in the gravy before serving for deeper flavor.
- Leftovers make amazing sandwich or pot pie filling.
- If gravy is too thin, remove the lid and cook on high for 15 minutes.
Why You Can Trust This Recipe
My background in family-style cooking and recipe testing ensures every step delivers consistent, cozy results, no fancy ingredients, just smart technique and attention to flavor balance. This recipe has been tested multiple times for timing accuracy and texture. It’s the same version I serve at home to family and guests, and it’s always a hit.
Frequently Asked Questions and Tips
Yes: but thawing first improves texture and helps the gravy cling better.
Yes: just make sure your slow cooker is large enough and extend cooking time slightly.
Absolutely! It gives the gravy an earthy, savory depth that pairs beautifully with chicken.
Gravy packet brands vary in salt content. Always use low-sodium broth to balance flavor.
Yes: this dish reheats beautifully. Store chicken and gravy together, and reheat gently on the stove or in the slow cooker.
Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 Pounds Chicken Breast boneless/skinless
- 1 Can Cream of Chicken Soup 10.5oz
- 2 Packets Chicken Gravy Mix
- 1 1/2 Cups Chicken Broth Low Sodium
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream OR Heavy Cream optional
- Fresh Parsley for Garnish optional
Instructions
- Place the chicken in the bottom of theslow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, gravy packets, chicken broth, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken, coating it completely.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded. Internal temp is 165*F
- If desired, stir in sour cream or heavycream during the last 15 minutes of cooking for a richer, creamier gravy.
- Shred or slice the chicken and stir it back into the gravy. Let it sit a few minutes to absorb the flavor.
- Serve warm over mashed potatoes, rice, noodles, or biscuits and sprinkle with parsley
Nutrition
Nutrition is estimated using a food database and is only intended to be used as a guideline for informational purposes.