Slow Cooker Chicken & Gravy

SLOW COOKER COMFORT FOOD ON A BUDGET!

Slow Cooker Chicken & Gravy – Juicy, tender shredded chicken smothered in rich, savory gravy. A set-it-and-forget-it meal that’s easy, CHEAP, and ridiculously delicious. Serve it over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits for that Southern comfort food feel!

Broke? No problem. This meal is budget-friendly & filling!

✅ Ingredients:

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
• 1 packet (1 oz) chicken gravy mix
• 1 packet (1 oz) onion soup mix
• 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
• 1 cup chicken broth
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder

✅ Instructions: 1️⃣ Place chicken in the slow cooker. 2️⃣ In a bowl, mix together gravy mix, onion soup mix, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth. Pour over the chicken. 3️⃣ Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender. 4️⃣ Shred the chicken with two forks, mix it into the gravy, and let it simmer for another 10 minutes. 5️⃣ Serve hot over mashed potatoes, rice, or biscuits.

Episode Transcript

(00:00):
Okay folks, gather round. Let's get cozy too. We are going deep, deep, deep into a dish

(00:14):
I know you know and love. Oh yeah.
Slow cooker chicken and gravy. Crew classic.
You sent in a recipe and I gotta say, I see why this one's a keeper promises a wallet
happy belly happy kind of meal and we're gonna break it all down.
Absolutely. Why it works. The little thing
is that make it special and hey maybe even toss in a few ideas for those of you feeling
adventurous in the kitchen. I love those gourmet twists right?

(00:37):
Exactly. It never ceases to amaze me how this dish,
something so simple hits all the right notes you know and it's more than just like tossing
things in a pot and walking away. Right.
There's genuine culinary magic happening in that slow cooker transforming the ordinary
into something truly special. It really is and looking at the ingredients,
this recipe is basically a love letter to everything you've already got in your pantry.

(01:00):
Chicken cream with chicken soup, a packet of gravy, mix broth spices like the essentials.
Right.
I mean is that part of its charm?
It's definitely part of the appeal. I mean accessibility is huge right?
But each ingredient it's not just there by chance it serves a purpose.
Cream of chicken soup, that's your shortcut to that velvety texture and richness.

(01:21):
The mix, pow, instant depth, savory notes and then the slow cooker itself, that's the unsung
hero. It is.
It gently breaks down those tough muscle fibers over time. So even if you're on a budget
and using a less expensive cut of chicken, you end up with this melt in your mouth deliciousness.
And it's that set it and forget it aspect that I think is so key.

(01:42):
Oh absolutely.
Especially for busy folks you know.
Totally.
And speaking of keeping things budget friendly, this recipe doesn't shy away from smart choices
like straight up using chicken thighs instead of breasts.
Genius.
Which is genius.
Not only are thighs more economical but they've got that higher fat content so they stay
juicy even after hours in the slow cooker.

(02:03):
Right.
And you know the source also mentions a cool trick making a roux from scratch.
Oh really?
Instead of using the canned soup, gives you more control over the flavor lets you customize.
Well that's like your secret weapon for like leveling up the dish.
Exactly.
But you know let's not forget about stretching that meal further.
The source talks about adding veggies right?

(02:23):
Like frozen peas or carrots toss them right in the slow cooker or serving that chicken
and gravy over rice or mashed potatoes.
You get a hearty meal that satisfies without breaking the bank.
It's all about value.
Totally.
Okay I gotta ask you about the Worcestershire sauce.
The recipe lists it as optional.
But there's a little note that says it adds great depth.

(02:46):
What's the deal?
Is that code for like culinary wizardry?
It's a flavor enhancer for sure.
Worcestershire sauce is this fermented concoction and it's got this intense savory almost indescribable
umami flavor.
It just adds layers of complexity that you can't really replicate with other ingredients.
So it's like the difference between a good dish and a dish that makes you close your

(03:07):
eyes and just like hum with happiness.
Totally takes it to that next level.
Just like the slow cooking process itself taking something ordinary and turning it into
something really special.
Absolutely.
Yeah you're making me hungry.
We've got this picture in our heads.
Tender flavorful chicken bathed in this rich gravy.
What is the ultimate pairing?

(03:29):
I mean you can't go wrong with mashed potatoes.
That's a classic for a reason.
But for something a little different try serving it over creamy polenta.
Similar texture to mashed potatoes but with a little something extra that slightly sweet
corn flavor that just goes so well with the chicken.
You had me a creamy polenta.
It's so good.

(03:49):
Oh my goodness.
We have unpacked this classic and it is clearly more than just a recipe.
This is a master class in making delicious food on a budget.
That's the beauty of it right?
It's like a blank canvas.
Yeah.
What if you swapped out the traditional gravy mix for something spicier?
Or added a touch of honey for a sweet and savory twist?

(04:10):
The possibilities are endless.
It really is.
The slow cooker technique just opens up a whole world.
Endless possibilities.
Of options.
That's what I love about cooking.
Create your own signature dish.
Absolutely.
And there you have it folks.
On a piti.
Slow cooker chicken and gravy.
More than a recipe.
It's an adventure waiting to happen.

(04:30):
Get creative in that kitchen.
Until next time.
Happy cooking everyone.
Until next time.