Crockpot Brown Gravy Chicken
Crockpot Brown Gravy Chicken is the kind of meal I love to make when I want something warm, comforting, and incredibly easy. Tender shredded chicken cooks in a rich, savory brown gravy and is served over creamy mashed potatoes. It tastes like a cozy Sunday supper, but it only takes a few minutes to put together.
This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights because there is no browning, chopping, or complicated preparation. Simply place the chicken breasts in the crockpot, whisk together the gravy mixture, and pour it over the chicken. The crockpot does the rest of the work while you take care of everything else on your list.
I am also using premade mashed potatoes as an easy shortcut. You can find them in the refrigerated section of most grocery stores, and they make this meal even more convenient. Heat them just before serving, spoon the shredded chicken and brown gravy over the top, and dinner is ready. Of course, homemade mashed potatoes are always delicious if you have the time, but they are not necessary for this recipe.
The combination of cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, and brown gravy packets creates a smooth, flavorful gravy without making anything from scratch. The chicken cooks directly in the gravy, so every bite soaks up all that savory flavor. This is simple comfort food that the whole family can enjoy.
Ingredients
1 1/2 to 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 can cream of chicken soup
2 1/2 cups chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 packets brown gravy mix
Premade mashed potatoes, prepared according to the package directions
Directions
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Arrange them in a single layer as evenly as possible.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, black pepper, and both packets of brown gravy mix.
Whisk the ingredients together until the gravy mixture is smooth and most of the lumps are gone.
Pour the gravy mixture evenly over the chicken breasts. Use a spoon to make sure each piece of chicken is well covered.
Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on high for approximately 3 hours. The exact cooking time may vary depending on the size and thickness of the chicken breasts. The chicken is ready when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and can be shredded easily with two forks.
Remove the cooked chicken breasts from the crockpot and place them on a plate or cutting board. Shred the chicken using two forks.
Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir it into the brown gravy. Let it sit in the warm gravy for a few minutes so it can soak up even more flavor.
Prepare the premade mashed potatoes according to the package directions.
Spoon the warm mashed potatoes onto each plate and top them generously with the shredded brown gravy chicken. Add extra gravy from the crockpot over the top and serve warm.
Helpful Tips
Chicken breasts can vary quite a bit in size, so begin checking them toward the end of the cooking time. Once they are tender and reach 165°F, shred them and return them to the gravy. Avoid cooking them much longer than necessary so they remain tender and juicy.
Brown gravy mix and cream of chicken soup both contain salt, so this recipe does not need additional salt before cooking. You can always taste the gravy after the chicken has finished cooking and add salt if needed. Low sodium chicken broth can also be used if you prefer more control over the seasoning.
For an easy complete meal, serve this chicken with green beans, peas, roasted carrots, or steamed broccoli. Leftovers can be stored in a covered container in the refrigerator and reheated for another quick meal.
This Crockpot Brown Gravy Chicken is creamy, savory, and satisfying without requiring much effort. It is an easy dinner to keep in your back pocket for those days when you need a little comfort food without spending all evening in the kitchen.
