Description
Savory slow cooker chicken breasts with gravy offer a comforting meal that melts in your mouth. Home cooks will relish this simple, hearty dish that brings warmth and satisfaction to weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds / 907 grams)
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Liquid and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (10.5-ounce / 298 grams) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 (0.87-ounce / 25 grams) packet chicken gravy mix
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) sour cream (optional, for added creaminess)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Craft a robust seasoning blend by mixing garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Generously coat both sides of the chicken breasts with this aromatic mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Nestle the seasoned chicken breasts into the slow cooker’s base, creating a single layer. Whisk chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, gravy mix, and dried thyme in a separate bowl until the mixture transforms into a silky, uniform liquid.
- Carefully pour the whisked liquid over the chicken, making certain each piece is completely submerged and surrounded by the savory sauce.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and allow the chicken to gently simmer. On low setting, cook for 4-5 hours; alternatively, use high setting for 2-3 hours until the meat becomes fork-tender and reaches a safe internal temperature of 165F (74C).
- Once cooked, delicately transfer the chicken to a serving platter, tenting with foil to preserve warmth. Integrate sour cream into the remaining cooking liquid, stirring until the gravy achieves a luxurious, creamy consistency.
- Prepare the chicken for serving by either slicing or shredding according to preference. Lavish the meat with the freshly prepared gravy, and sprinkle chopped parsley for a burst of color and freshness.
- Present the chicken alongside complementary sides like fluffy mashed potatoes, steamed rice, or buttered egg noodles, creating a comforting and satisfying meal.
Notes
- Customize the seasoning blend by adding smoked paprika or cayenne for a spicier kick that elevates the flavor profile.
- Use low-sodium chicken broth and reduced-sodium gravy mix to control salt content for health-conscious cooks.
- Ensure chicken breasts are similar in size for even cooking, preventing dry or undercooked sections in the slow cooker.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute regular gravy mix with cornstarch or a gluten-free alternative to maintain the sauce’s thickness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg