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Chicken and Gravy

Mouthwatering Chicken and Gravy for Effortless Family Dinners

Discover this easy Chicken and Gravy recipe, perfect for family dinners with minimal effort and delicious flavors.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts Use about 2½ pounds for optimal tenderness.
For the Gravy
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup Substitute with a non-dairy cream soup for dairy-free option.
  • 1 packet chicken gravy mix Choose a gluten-free version if needed.
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 0.5 cup sour cream Opt for plant-based yogurt for dairy-free alternative.
For Serving
  • as needed cooked rice or mashed potatoes These create a comforting base.
  • as needed fresh parsley Use for garnish.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Place 2½ pounds of boneless skinless chicken breasts evenly in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 can of cream of chicken soup, a packet of chicken gravy mix, and 1 cup of low-sodium chicken broth until smooth.
  3. Pour the gravy mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is coated well.
  4. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for about 4 hours, or until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks and stir gently to mix it back into the gravy.
  6. Stir in half a cup of sour cream and adjust seasoning with kosher salt and black pepper as needed.
  7. Serve the chicken and gravy over cooked rice or mashed potatoes, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 620mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For best results, do not overcook the chicken. You can also add veggies like chopped carrots or peas for extra nutrition.

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