Description
This easy slow cooker creamy chicken and gravy is the ultimate comfort food dinner—tender chicken breasts simmered in a rich, velvety gravy with a secret touch of cream cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals, it’s a crowd-pleaser with minimal prep and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1–2 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts (or thighs) in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, softened cream cheese, onion powder, garlic powder, dried thyme, paprika (if using), black pepper, and salt until smooth.
- Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring all pieces are coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 2.5-3 hours, until the chicken is fork-tender and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks, or slice if preferred.
- If a thicker gravy is desired, mix 1-2 tbsp cornstarch with a splash of cold water to make a slurry, then stir into the slow cooker. Cook uncovered on high for an additional 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or crusty bread.
Notes
For best results, use softened cream cheese to avoid lumps in the gravy. Use low-sodium broth and soup to control saltiness. Chicken thighs can be substituted for extra tenderness. To make gluten-free, use certified gluten-free condensed soup and thickener. Add vegetables like peas or carrots in the last hour for extra nutrition. Leftovers store well and flavors deepen after a day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 hours (low) or 2.5-3 hours (high)
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/6 of recipe (approx. 6 oz chicken with gravy)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 11
- Protein: 35
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