Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

Craving tender chicken and gravy that’s soooo good? That’s what this easy Crockpot Chicken and Gravy dish is all about! It’s the perfect set-it-and-forget-it meal, and it’s been a family favorite for years!

Crockpot chicken and gravy

As soon as the weather starts getting chilly – or whenever I am craving good old comfort food – I pull out the crockpot to make this easy slow cooker recipe. 

I’m a busy mom and I’m always on the go, and there’s nothing I love more than coming home to a meal that’s pretty much ready to eat. Hot, hearty, meaty, saucy, and delicious, y’all, this dish is some of the best eating! And there’s no chicken gravy mix in this recipe, just amazing flavors from a few common ingredients.

The best part is that you load it all into the crockpot and then let it do its thing! It’s like magic when I step into the house and smell the amazing aromas of this chicken dish!

Are you ready for some good ole Southern comfort food? Let’s dig in!

Shredded chicken and gravy in the crockpot

Ingredients

  • Chicken breast – You can use bone-in breasts, but use boneless and skinless chicken breasts to make this dish super-easy.
  • Onion soup mix – Yup, 1 package will add so much flavor!
  • Cream of chicken soup – One can is all you need, but don’t dilute it.
  • Chicken broth – I use low or no-sodium added chicken broth.
  • Water
  • Black pepper – Freshly ground if you have it.
  • All-purpose flour – This will help thicken the gravy.
  • Garlic powder – The gravy needs a bit more flavor!
  • Poultry seasoning – Use your favorite brand.

How To Make This Crockpot Chicken and Gravy Recipe

  • Add the chicken breasts to the bottom of a crockpot at least 3 quarts in size.
  • Combine the onion soup mix, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, water, black pepper, flour, garlic powder, and poultry seasoning. Whisk it together well so that it’s well combined and smooth.
  • Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts in your crockpot.
  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is done.
  • Remove chicken from the pot, shred with a fork, and return to the gravy.
  • Check for seasoning. I find that there’s already a fair bit of salt in this dish, but you can adjust it to your taste. 
  • Serve and enjoy!
Crockpot chicken and gravy

Serving Suggestions

This slow cooker chicken and gravy recipe makes the best darn gravy around, and I’m all about the gravy! Y’all, this is some mighty fine gravy. Make sure to serve your chicken and gravy with mashed potatoes, biscuits, rice, or something else to sop up all that delish gravy. 

Growing up, when there was gravy, there was bread. The bread wasn’t just food in our house, it was a dining utensil. I mean, how else are you supposed to get all that yummy gravy off your plate? Gotta have you some bread! 

Here are some of my other favorite dishes to serve with this creamy chicken and gravy.

Mrs happy homemaker pouring gravy over the chicken in the crockpot

Recipe Tips

  • Making this crock pot chicken recipe from scratch means that you can easily double this recipe if your crockpot or slow cooker is large enough.
  • Try boneless skinless chicken thighs instead of breasts to change it up.
  • Use boneless skinless chicken breasts to make it easy, otherwise, you’ll have to pull the chicken off the bone before serving.
  • I like to shred the chicken and then put the shredded chicken back into the gravy, but you can also slice it or serve it whole.

Storage Instructions

This is such an easy Crockpot Chicken and Gravy recipe, and there are rarely any leftovers in my house. If you have leftovers, store the chicken and the gravy in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. 

You can also freeze leftovers in a freezer-safe container or plastic bag for up to 3 months. Just pack the chicken in the gravy to keep it moist.

Chicken and gravy in the crockppt

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crockpot Chicken and Gravy recipe easy to make?

Yes! It’s a straightforward recipe, and it’s a dump-and-go crockpot recipe. Everything goes into the crockpot or slow cooker, then just set it until it’s time to eat!

Can you make Crockpot Chicken and Gravy without a gravy packet?

Yes! There are no gravy packets in sight with this recipe. The flavor comes from the chicken, chicken broth, and soup mixes.

How long does it take to slow cook chicken in gravy?

This recipe will take about 6-8 hours to cook, depending on the size of your crockpot and how cold the chicken was when you put it into the pot.

There is a video tutorial from Mrs. Happy Homemaker making this recipe at the bottom of this post, right above the printable recipe.

Crockpot chicken and gravy
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Crockpot Chicken and Gravy

Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1.25 Ounce package dry onion soup mix
  • 10.5 Ounce can cream of chicken soup undiluted
  • 14.5 Oz chicken broth or stock
  • 1 Cup water
  • 1/2 Tsp black pepper
  • 1/3 Cup all purpose flour
  • 1 Tsp garlic powder
  • 1 Tsp poultry seasoning

Instructions

  • Add the chicken breasts to the bottom of a crockpot that is at least 3 quarts in size.
  • Combine the onion soup mix, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, water, black pepper, flour, garlic powder, & poultry seasoning. Whisk it together well so that it’s well combined and smooth. Pour the mixture over the chicken breasts in your crockpot.
  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is done.
  • Remove chicken from the pot, shred with a fork, and return back to the gravy.