Make this crock pot chicken and gravy for an effortless weeknight dinner. With just four main ingredients, this slow cooker chicken comes together by adding everything to the crock pot and letting it cook until dinner. Kid-friendly and comforting, it’s excellent served over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
This recipe yields tender chicken in a savory, creamy gravy that the whole family will love. If you enjoy simple chicken dinners, try my other easy recipes like chicken and stuffing casserole, chicken wraps, or slow-cooker chicken pasta.
- Ingredients Needed
- How To Make
- Storing Leftovers
- Helpful Tips For Recipe
- What to Serve With Chicken and Gravy
- FAQs
- Crock Pot Chicken and Gravy
This Crock Pot Chicken and Gravy Recipe Is…
- Family favorite, comforting and easy to make
- Great over white or brown rice, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes
- Simple slow cooker chicken using boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- Uses a few pantry staples and is budget friendly
Ingredients Needed
Only a handful of ingredients are required, making this an ideal recipe for busy evenings when you want a satisfying meal with minimal prep.
- Chicken – Boneless, skinless chicken breasts work well. For darker meat, use boneless skinless chicken thighs.
- Cream of Chicken Soup – You can substitute cream of mushroom or cream of celery if preferred.
- Ranch Seasoning Mix – Use one packet of dry ranch seasoning or about 2 tablespoons if using a homemade blend.
- Chicken Broth – Regular chicken broth or bone broth adds flavor and helps create a rich gravy.
How To Make
The full printable recipe and exact measurements are in the recipe card below. Here’s a simple visual walkthrough of the method.
Step One: Place the chicken in the bottom of the crock pot.
Step Two: Sprinkle the dry ranch seasoning evenly over the chicken.
Step Three: Add the cream of chicken soup and chicken broth, then lightly stir to combine so the chicken is coated.
Step Four: Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours (or on high for 2–3 hours), until the chicken reaches 165°F and is tender. Remove the chicken, shred it, then return it to the crock pot and stir into the gravy.
Step Five: Serve the chicken and gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles, or enjoy it on its own.
Storing Leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2–3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop. The gravy will thicken when chilled but loosens again when warmed.
Helpful Tips For Recipe
- Do not overcook the chicken to avoid dryness; ensure it is fully covered in liquid and remove it once it reaches 165°F internal temperature.
- To minimize cleanup, you can combine the ranch, broth, and cream soup in a small bowl before pouring over the chicken, but mixing directly in the crock pot works fine too.
- Use a handheld mixer on low to shred the chicken quickly in the crock pot for extra juicy, evenly shredded pieces.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
What to Serve With Chicken and Gravy
- Wedge salad or a simple green salad
- Green beans or other steamed vegetables
- Warm dinner rolls or crusty bread
- Mash, rice, or egg noodles to soak up the gravy
FAQs
Yes. Raw chicken cooks safely in a slow cooker. Avoid starting with frozen chicken because it takes longer to reach a safe temperature.
Cook time depends on thickness: typically 4–6 hours on low or 2–3 hours on high. Slow cookers vary, so use these as a guideline and check for an internal temperature of 165°F.
Cooking on low usually gives the best texture for boneless, skinless chicken, resulting in tender, juicy meat. High heat can sometimes make chicken tougher or rubbery.
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Crock Pot Chicken and Gravy
Ingredients
- 4 skinless and boneless chicken breasts
- 1 10.5 ounce can of cream of chicken soup
- 1 packet dry ranch seasoning (2 tablespoons)
- 1 cup chicken broth
Instructions
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Place chicken in the bottom of the crock pot.
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Sprinkle the dry ranch seasoning over the chicken, then add the cream soup and chicken broth and stir to combine.
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Ensure the chicken is covered with liquid. Cover and cook on low for 4–6 hours or on high for 2–3 hours.
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When cooked, remove the chicken, shred it, then return it to the crock pot and stir into the gravy.
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Serve over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
Notes
Low Cooking – Cooking on low gives the best texture and keeps the chicken tender.
Equipment
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Crock Pot
Nutrition
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