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Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken and Gravy

Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken and Gravy for Cozy Nights

This Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken and Gravy is a family-friendly dish perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts The star of the dish providing protein
For the Gravy
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup Adds creaminess and forms the gravy base
  • 2 packets chicken gravy mix Simplifies flavor incorporation
  • 1 cup water or chicken broth Using broth adds richness
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Supplies gentle flavor
  • to taste black pepper Essential seasoning for warmth
For Serving
  • 4 cups mashed potatoes A classic base for this dish
  • to taste chopped chives or parsley Optional garnish for freshness

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by placing your boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine one can of cream of chicken soup with two packets of chicken gravy mix. Gradually stir in one cup of water or chicken broth, followed by a teaspoon of garlic powder and a sprinkle of black pepper.
  3. Pour the creamy mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
  4. Cover the slow cooker with its lid, then set it to low heat and let it cook for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Once the chicken is fully cooked, remove the lid and use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker.
  6. Spoon the Slow Cooker Shredded Chicken and Gravy generously over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or tender noodles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This dish is gluten-free adaptable with easy substitutions.

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