Description
Comforting slow cooker chicken breasts with gravy deliver hearty home-style flavor without complicated kitchen work. Simple ingredients and easy preparation make this dish perfect for busy families seeking delicious, satisfying meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds / 907 grams)
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Liquid and Gravy Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (10.5-ounce / 298 grams) can condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 (0.87-ounce / 25 grams) packet chicken gravy mix
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) sour cream (optional, for added creaminess)
Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Craft a robust spice blend by mixing garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Generously coat both surfaces of the chicken breasts with this aromatic seasoning mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Strategically arrange the seasoned chicken breasts in the slow cooker’s base, creating an even layer. Whisk chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, gravy mix, and dried thyme in a separate bowl until the mixture achieves a silky, uniform consistency. Carefully pour this liquid mixture over the chicken, guaranteeing full submersion.
- Secure the slow cooker lid and allow the chicken to simmer gently. Select low temperature for 4-5 hours or high temperature for 2-3 hours, monitoring until the meat reaches a safe internal temperature of 165F (74C) and becomes fork-tender.
- Carefully transfer the succulent chicken breasts to a serving platter, tenting with foil to preserve warmth. Transform the remaining cooking liquid by incorporating sour cream, stirring until the gravy develops a luxurious, smooth texture.
- Prepare the chicken for serving by slicing or shredding according to preference. Lavish the meat with the creamy gravy, creating an enticing presentation. Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish. Accompany the dish with complementary sides like mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or classic egg noodles.
Notes
- Maximize flavor by generously rubbing the seasoning blend into chicken breasts before cooking for deeper taste penetration.
- Prevent dry chicken by avoiding overcooking; use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature precisely at 165F (74C).
- Customize gravy thickness by whisking in cornstarch slurry if you prefer a thicker consistency or adding more broth for a lighter sauce.
- Transform this dish into a low-carb option by serving over cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles instead of traditional starches.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 100 mg