Description
Hearty slow-cooker chicken and gravy delivers comfort on a plate with tender meat and rich sauce. Creamy goodness awaits you, promising a simple meal that satisfies hunger and warms the soul.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2½ lbs boneless (skinless) chicken breasts, thawed
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 10.25 oz cream of chicken soup
- 1.74 oz chicken gravy mix
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- Cooked rice
- Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Carefully place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker, spreading them out evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Create a smooth gravy base by whisking together cream of chicken soup, chicken gravy mix, and chicken broth in a separate mixing bowl until completely blended.
- Generously pour the prepared gravy mixture over the chicken, covering all pieces thoroughly.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low temperature, allowing the chicken to simmer for 4 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- After cooking, use two forks to gently pull apart and shred the chicken directly within the gravy, allowing the meat to absorb the rich flavors.
- Fold in sour cream until fully incorporated, creating a creamy and luxurious texture.
- Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste and enhancing the overall flavor profile.
- Serve the tender, gravy-coated chicken over a bed of fluffy rice or creamy mashed potatoes.
- Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley to add a touch of brightness and visual appeal to the dish.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are spread out evenly to guarantee uniform cooking and consistent flavor absorption throughout the dish.
- Whisk the gravy mixture thoroughly to eliminate any potential clumps, creating a smooth and silky sauce that coats the chicken perfectly.
- Double-check the chicken’s internal temperature reaches 165°F to ensure food safety and prevent any risk of undercooked meat.
- Replace cream of chicken soup with a homemade version or use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a healthier alternative that maintains creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 252 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg