3-Ingredient Crockpot Savory Gravy Chicken

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🍗 3-Ingredient Crockpot Savory Gravy Chicken

Simple, rich, and comforting — this 3-Ingredient Crockpot Savory Gravy Chicken is a true dump-and-go dinner. Just sprinkle gravy mix over raw chicken, add two simple ingredients, and let the slow cooker do the work!

📝 Description

This easy slow cooker recipe combines tender chicken breasts with dry gravy mix and creamy soup to create a thick, flavorful gravy. As it cooks low and slow, the chicken becomes fork-tender and absorbs all the savory flavor. Perfect served over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits.

Minimal prep. Maximum comfort.

🛒 Ingredients (Serves 4–6)

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 packet (0.87–1 oz) chicken or brown gravy mix

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup

  • ½ cup water or chicken broth

Optional:

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • Fresh parsley for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Place Chicken
    Arrange chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.

  2. Sprinkle Gravy Mix
    Evenly sprinkle dry gravy mix over the chicken.

  3. Add Soup & Liquid
    Spread cream of chicken soup over top. Add water or broth around edges.

  4. Cook

    • LOW: 6–7 hours

    • HIGH: 3–4 hours

  5. Shred or Serve Whole
    Once tender (internal temp 165°F), shred chicken or leave whole. Stir into gravy before serving.

  6. Serve
    Spoon extra gravy over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.

🍽 Servings

  • Serves: 4–6

  • Serving size: 1 chicken breast with gravy

🥗 Nutritional Information (Approx. Per Serving)

  • Calories: 360

  • Protein: 38g

  • Fat: 12g

  • Carbohydrates: 14g

  • Sodium: 820mg

(Varies by gravy mix brand.)

💡 Tips for Best Results

✔ Don’t add too much liquid — chicken releases moisture
✔ Use chicken thighs for extra tenderness
✔ For thicker gravy, remove lid last 30 minutes
✔ Add sliced mushrooms or onions for more flavor
✔ Stir once halfway through cooking

📌 Notes

  • Great for meal prep

  • Stores in fridge up to 4 days

  • Freezes well

  • Can be doubled easily

  • Naturally high-protein

🌟 Benefits

  • Only 3 main ingredients

  • Budget-friendly

  • High in protein

  • Easy weeknight dinner

  • Kid-approved comfort food

❓ Q & A

Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
It’s best to thaw first for even cooking.

Q: Can I use different soup?
Yes — cream of mushroom or cream of celery works well.

Q: Why is my gravy thin?
Slow cookers produce extra moisture. Thicken with cornstarch slurry if needed.

Q: Can I make this in the oven?
Yes — bake covered at 375°F for 40–45 minutes.

Q: What sides go best?
Mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, biscuits, or steamed vegetables.

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