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Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy

by Sarah Olson on July 3, 2019 | Updated August 5, 2020 316 Comments

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Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy has tender chicken breasts in a wonderful gravy, great over mashed potatoes and white bread.

I’m always looking for an easy slow cooker recipe and this one couldn’t be easier and it’s crowd-pleasing. This is a perfect recipe to transform boring chicken breasts.

Golden colored gravy with shredded chicken in it, in a slow cooker.

If you love comfort food, then you will love this Slow Cooker and Gravy. This recipe uses chicken breasts which turn out very juicy in the gravy that they are cooked in. This recipe is a staple in our house; my daughter requests this meal often along with mashed potatoes and corn.

Cream of chicken soup being dumped out into a yellow bowl

How to make Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy:

You will need these ingredients:

  • Boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • Chicken gravy packets
  • Cream of chicken soup
  • Pepper
  • Water
Gravy mixture being poured over chicken breasts in a slow cooker.

Directions:

  • In a small bowl add the gravy packets, cream of chicken soup, water and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
  • Add the chicken breasts to the slow cooker. Pour over the gravy.
  • Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 4 hours.
  • Shred the chicken and serve with desired sides.
3 chicken breasts cooked in gravy in a slow cooker.

How to shred the chicken:

No fancy tools are needed to shred the chicken for this recipe. I use 2 forks and shred up the chicken right in the slow cooker with the gravy.

shredded chicken and gravy with corn, mashed potatoes and stuffing on the side.

Chicken and gravy variations:

Add one or more of these ingredients to the gravy at the beginning of the cook time for a fun twist:

  • Herbs such as dried thyme or oregano
  • Sliced mushrooms
  • Sliced onions
  • Cooked bacon
shredded chicken in gravy on a spoon coming from slow cooker.

My gravy is thin, how do I thicken it?

If you add veggies to the gravy or the chicken breasts are extra juicy you may need to thicken the gravy. Here is my method:

  • 2 Tbsp. cold water
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch

After the cooking time is up. In a small bowl combine the water and cornstarch. Add to gravy and shredded chicken. Add the lid back on and let cook for 10 minutes or until thickened.

Plate with bread, mashed potatoes and chicken and gravy on top of that. Corn and stuffing on the side.

What to serve with Chicken and Gravy:

Try one or more of these options along with the chicken and gravy:

  • Mashed Potatoes
  • White bread
  • Canned or fresh corn
  • Steamed green vegetables
  • Stuffing – homemade or Stove-top brand
  • Baked potatoes
Close up of bread, mashed potatoes, chicken and gravy.
Slow Cooker with chicken gravy and shredded chicken in it.

Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy

4.98 from 88 votes
Chicken and gravy cooked in the slow cooker together, great over mashed potatoes.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken and gravy
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 245kcal
Author: Sarah Olson

Equipment Needed:

  • Slow Cooker – 3 quart or larger

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1.74 oz. dry chicken gravy mix (2 packets)
  • 10.50 oz. can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Gravy thickener if needed:

  • 2 Tbsp. water
  • 2 Tbsp. cornstarch
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Instructions:

  • Add the chicken breasts (no need to pre-cook or brown)
  • In a small bowl whisk together the gravy mix, cream of chicken soup, water and pepper.
  • Pour the gravy mix over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  • Shred the chicken with two forks in the slow cooker.
  • If your gravy is thin from the chicken being too juicy or added veggies, mix together the cornstarch and water. Add to the slow cooker along with the gravy and shredded chicken. Add the lid back on and cook high for 10 minutes longer or until the gravy has thickened.

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Recipe Notes:

Can I use a different cut of chicken?

Yes, use one of these other cuts of chicken if desired, though the gravy will need to be thickened at end with cornstarch.
  • Bone-in chicken breasts, thighs or drumsticks
  • Boneless skinless chicken thighs

If desired add one or more of these additions to the gravy at the beginning of cook time:

  • Herbs such as dried thyme or oregano
  • Sliced mushrooms
  • Sliced onions
  • Cooked bacon crumbles

Try one or more of these sides:

  • Mashed Potatoes
  • White bread
  • Vegetables such as corn or broccoli
  • Stove-top stuffing
  • Baked Potatoes
 
Nutritional Values are approximate, please use your own calculations. The values below are for 1/6 of the recipe.

Nutrition:

Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 638mg | Potassium: 584mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 165IU | Vitamin C: 1.8mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1.1mg
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First Published: 06/09/2013

Updated 07/03/2019

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  • Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken
  • Slow Cooker Seasoning Chicken, Potatoes and Green Beans
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
  • Slow Cooker Full Chicken Dinner
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  • Slow Cooker Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies
  • Slow Cooker No Peek Chicken
  • Slow Cooker Fiesta Chicken with Rice
  • Slow Cooker Cilantro Lime Fajitas
  • Slow Cooker Alpine Chicken
  • Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole
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    Comments

    1. laura says

      September 26, 2016 at 2:48 pm

      Yum! I modified a bit because I didn’t have all the ingredients. I did a whole chicken, two packs of gravy,2 3/4 cups of chicken broth, plus another 10 ounces of broth with corn starch in it. I didn’t have cream of chicken soup. After four hours, I pulled the chicken pieces out of the slow cooker and stuck them in the oven under broil for about 15 minutes to brown it up. I stuck it back in the slow cooker after it was browned. So tasty! Gravy was a little watery but I prefer it that way. For a thicker gravy you could use less water!

      Reply
    2. Stacia Taylor says

      August 9, 2016 at 5:41 pm

      What type of mashed potatoes did you cook? Instant or homemade?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        August 9, 2016 at 8:23 pm

        I made homemade. I like this over rice even better cause it’s so much easier.

        Reply
    3. Glenn says

      July 31, 2016 at 8:43 pm

      I wish these recipes stated the volume produced in pints or quarts. I usually try to resize them to fit in my 8 quart cooker so I can cook once and eat many. The actual quantity would help.

      Reply
    4. Sandra Wright says

      July 20, 2016 at 4:54 am

      Ok I think I get it now. You buy a jar of dry mix. I would use 2 Tablespoons and just an extra bit for luck lol. Am I with you now? Lol.

      Reply
      • Mary says

        July 20, 2016 at 4:58 am

        Yes that is correct … wanted to know how many Tablespoons of my dry gravy mix to use in place of the packet of gravy. Thank you for your reply

        Reply
    5. Mary says

      July 19, 2016 at 8:45 am

      I do not buy the gravy packets. I get a large jar of chicken gravy at Sam’s Club. How many Tablespoons should I use?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        July 19, 2016 at 9:20 am

        If it is a dry mix, follow the directions for 2 cups of water, but use a little less water.

        Reply
      • Sandra wright says

        July 20, 2016 at 4:46 am

        Hi Mary, Where I live we don’t have jars of gravy. I think that would be better. Does it have less salt. You can buy the packets with less salt now but I still think it’s too much. But very very yummy!! How many tablespoons of what?

        Reply
        • Mary says

          July 20, 2016 at 4:49 am

          It is a dry mix and it is not salty. I use it when I make baked chicken,etc.

          Reply
    6. Rachel says

      July 18, 2016 at 9:01 pm

      Trying this recipe tomorrow. I am using country gravy mix, though, because that’s all the store had. Hoping it still turns out ok?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        July 19, 2016 at 7:12 am

        It should be fine Rachel! If you think it tastes as little plain, add some seasonings such as oregano or thyme at the end.

        Reply
        • Sandra Wright says

          July 19, 2016 at 8:01 am

          I like to play with the recipe and add different soups or different gravies. I always add my spices like garlic, onion and I also add dry chicken broth. I have tried using chicken stock instead of water but it was a bit salty. Great recipe!

          Reply
    7. Brooke L Cole says

      July 12, 2016 at 5:09 pm

      I made this, but added mushrooms amd used mushroom soup. Everything low sodium. Instead of making mashed potatoes I made cornbread waffles. Huge hit!

      Reply
    8. Hodor says

      June 27, 2016 at 5:55 am

      This plus instant mashed potatoes makes for a STUPID easy meal (and a couple of portions of leftovers).

      Has anyone tried this with a white or brown gravy mix instead of chicken gravy? I think I’m going to try brown next….

      Reply
    9. Lisa says

      May 5, 2016 at 9:19 am

      I don’t know where this recipe has been my whole life, but I’m glad I have it now! My whole family loves it. Making it for the 2nd time right now 🙂

      Reply
    10. Mary Lewis says

      April 18, 2016 at 10:49 am

      Can you make this is an electric pressure cooker?

      Reply
    11. rachel says

      December 28, 2015 at 2:42 pm

      I just made this tonight and it was a hit. So easy and flavorful. The only addition I made was adding onions that I sautéed until brown. Then I added them right to the crockpot with the other ingredients. My children and husband loved it and had multiple servings. Here is even enough left for lunch tomorrow. A must have recipe. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 28, 2015 at 2:51 pm

        Thanks for coming back to tell me how it was for you! This recipe is a keeper! 🙂 I will try the onions next time, great addition!

        Reply
    12. crissy says

      December 15, 2015 at 5:13 am

      Great! I added what the recipe said for water…. I guess we’ll be having chicken gravy soup for dinner!!!!!

      Reply
    13. crissy says

      December 14, 2015 at 5:27 pm

      Can I use canned chicken gravy instead of the packets?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 14, 2015 at 5:43 pm

        You could, but don’t add much water at all. I used to only use canned gravy for my dinners, but I found that the packets have a much better flavor.

        Reply
    14. Karen says

      December 3, 2015 at 2:20 pm

      I made this just as written and it is now in my recipe box. One of my favorites!!!!

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        December 3, 2015 at 2:23 pm

        Yay! I’m so glad to hear that! I’ve lost count how many times I’ve made this. 🙂

        Reply
    15. TheFrugalSavvy (@Thefrugalsavvy) says

      November 19, 2015 at 4:54 pm

      I made this today for dinner, but used Cream of chicken with herbs. I also used a large packet of roasted chicken gravy mix from Southeastern mills. It was so good with buttermilk biscuits.

      Reply
    16. Katie says

      November 18, 2015 at 7:49 am

      I have had this on my wish list to cook and will be cooking tonight. I realized when looking at the recipe again that you use poltry gravy mix but I bought brown gravy mix. Can I stil you that and it still tire out good??

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        November 18, 2015 at 8:03 am

        I love any type of gravy on my food, so for me I think it would be fine!

        Reply
    17. Connie Osment Dalton says

      November 12, 2015 at 8:25 pm

      I made this today and we loved it. The only thing I did differently was that I coated my chicken in flour first. I just wanted to be sure the gravy would be thick enough for my liking. It was so good! I was really surprised that such a simple gravy would be so packed with flavor. This is a keeper for sure!

      Reply
    18. Patti Harshey says

      November 2, 2015 at 7:32 am

      Looking to make this with boneless pork chops and pork gravy packets. Would cream of mushroom work for the soup – or would some other cream soup be a better fit?

      Reply
      • Gaile says

        January 24, 2016 at 10:53 am

        Golden mushroom soup is very good on pork.

        Reply
        • Sarah Olson says

          January 24, 2016 at 6:52 pm

          I will try that. Wondering why I haven’t bought it before!

          Reply
    19. Patti Harshey says

      November 2, 2015 at 7:30 am

      Hey, could you make this with boneless pork chops and pork gravy – plus a can of cream of mushroom soup?

      Reply
    20. Heather says

      October 14, 2015 at 8:35 am

      I don’t have gravy packets but have onion/mushroom soup mix packets. Think it would be an okay substitute?

      Reply
      • Sarah Olson says

        October 14, 2015 at 11:14 am

        Yes that would work fine! 🙂

        Reply
      • Sandra Wright says

        October 14, 2015 at 5:47 pm

        Hi, I’ve used about 3 Tbsp of flour mixed with dry chicken broth, garlic powder and minced onion. Or canned chicken stock. Just whisk in good. I experiment with this dish. It is the best ever and our family favorite!!

        Reply
        • Sarah Olson says

          October 15, 2015 at 4:52 am

          I’m so happy to hear that! When I first made this recipe, I couldn’t believe how easy/good it was and why I hadn’t been making it my whole life. 🙂

          Reply
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