Slow Cooker Chicken in Savory Gravy
An effortless, hearty dish ideal for busy days—this slow-cooked chicken immersed in a rich, velvety gravy infuses the home with inviting aromas while simmering gently throughout the day. Tender poultry, creamy undertones, and herbaceous garnish make for a satisfying, comforting meal.
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Servings: 6
Ingredients
- Approximately ½ cup of sour cream added at the end for richness
- A pinch of freshly ground black pepper to suit individual taste
- One cup of reduced-sodium chicken stock
- Roughly 2 to 3 pounds of boneless chicken breast meat
- Two envelopes of instant chicken gravy powder
- Coarse kosher salt adjusted to preference
- One can 10.5 oz of condensed cream of chicken soup
- Handful of chopped fresh parsley reserved for garnish
Suggested Sides:
- Fluffy mashed potatoes
- Warm buttermilk biscuits
- Traditional seasoned stuffing
- Lightly steamed white rice
Instructions
- Lay the raw chicken breasts evenly across the base of the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the condensed cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and powdered gravy mixes until a smooth consistency is achieved.
- Pour the prepared gravy blend over the chicken in the cooker. Cover with the lid and cook on the low setting for approximately 4 hours.
- Once the internal temperature of the chicken reads 165°F, transfer the cooked meat to a cutting board and use forks to shred into bite-sized pieces.
- Add the sour cream to the remaining gravy in the crockpot, whisking until thoroughly incorporated and smooth.
- Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir until all pieces are fully coated with the creamy gravy mixture.
- Serve warm atop your chosen side dish, and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley just before serving.