Easy Crockpot Chicken and Creamy Gravy Recipe
This Easy Crockpot Chicken and Creamy Gravy recipe is a comforting, hassle-free meal perfect for busy days. Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked to perfection in a rich and creamy gravy made from cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning, chicken broth, and sour cream create a deliciously satisfying dish. With minimal prep time and optional searing to enhance flavor, this crockpot recipe guarantees a warm, hearty dinner with minimal effort.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (low) or 4 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for searing)
Gravy
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Garnish (Optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Lightly season the chicken breasts all over with salt and pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Sear the Chicken (Optional): Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown for extra flavor; this step can be skipped if short on time.
- Set Up The Crockpot: Place the seasoned or seared chicken breasts into the crockpot as the base of your dish.
- Mix the Gravy Ingredients: In a bowl, combine cream of chicken soup, dry ranch seasoning mix, and chicken broth; stir well until fully mixed to form the creamy gravy base.
- Combine in the Crockpot: Pour the soup mixture evenly over the chicken breasts, making sure they are well coated.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is completely cooked and tender enough to shred easily with a fork.
- Add the Creaminess: About 30 minutes before serving, gently stir in the sour cream to enrich the gravy’s texture and flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the chicken topped with the creamy gravy and garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired. This dish pairs wonderfully with mashed potatoes, rice, or your favorite side dishes.
Notes
- Skipping the searing step saves time but searing adds deeper flavor.
- Use chicken thighs if preferred for more moisture and flavor.
- Adjust the seasoning levels according to taste.
- For a thicker gravy, you can remove the chicken towards the end and let the sauce simmer uncovered for a few minutes.
- This recipe can be doubled for larger families or meal prep.
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