Classic Crockpot Chicken and Gravy
This classic crockpot chicken and gravy recipe delivers tender, flavorful chicken smothered in a rich, homemade gravy. It's an easy and comforting meal perfect for any night of the week.
Equipment
- Slow cooker
- Medium bowl
- Whisk
- Forks
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2-3 pounds Boneless, Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts
- 10.5 oz can Cream of Chicken Soup
- 1 cup Chicken Broth
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper or to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried Thyme
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 0.25 cup Cold Water for cornstarch slurry
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
Cooking Steps
- Place the chicken thighs or breasts evenly at the bottom of your slow cooker.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and dried thyme until smooth.
- Pour the gravy mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker and cover with the lid.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is very tender and easily shreddable.
- Once cooked, use two forks to gently shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker, allowing it to absorb the gravy.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and cold water until no lumps remain to create a slurry.
- Stir the cornstarch slurry into the gravy in the slow cooker, then replace the lid and cook on high for an additional 15-30 minutes until thickened.
- Ladle the chicken and gravy over your favorite sides and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For a richer gravy, you can brown the chicken thighs in a pan before adding them to the slow cooker. Adjust seasoning to your preference.