Name: Crockpot Chicken and Gravy
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 195 min
Total time: 200 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds chicken breasts (boneless skinless); 1.5 cups chicken broth; 1 packet ranch seasoning mix ((I used Hidden Valley)); 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; Pepper (to taste); 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon cold water; 1 packet chicken gravy mix

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This Crockpot chicken and gravy recipe has a rich gravy and fall-apart tender chicken! It's simple to make, so cozy, and a tasty alternative to using cream of chicken soup.

You may also like my Instant Pot Chicken and Gravy recipe or my Skillet Chicken and Gravy.

Crockpot chicken and gravy over mashed potatoes in two bowls

Why you'll love it

While there's nothing wrong with using canned soups, this easy Crockpot chicken and gravy is made without condensed soup. It's still super simple and has only pantry ingredients but feels like it's got a little love put into it! If you're really craving that cream of chicken soup taste, try my 3-Ingredient Shredded Chicken and Gravy instead.

The best part of this slow cooker chicken recipe probably is the easy prep. You can get this recipe going in about 5 minutes, and there's no need to mess up any other pans. Just dump it in the Crockpot and go on with your day! A couple of tried and true shortcuts, and a cozy chicken dinner is done.

What you'll need

Chicken breasts - we're using boneless, skinless
Chicken broth - for the base of the gravy
Ranch seasoning - my go-to is Hidden Valley for that zesty ranch taste and herby buttermilk flavor with zero effort on your part
Garlic powder and pepper - pantry staples to infuse more savory flavor
Cornstarch - to thicken up the gravy
Chicken gravy mix - pick up a packet of your favorite brand

Pro tips

The gravy mix and ranch seasoning both have salt, so use low-sodium chicken broth if you're concerned about the salt content.
Packets of ranch seasoning and gravy mix can vary in size depending on brand, but the ones I used were each around 1 ounce.

Crockpot chicken and gravy (in the slow cooker)

How to make Crockpot chicken and gravy

This is an overview, and full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

Add the chicken broth, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and pepper to your slow cooker, and stir until smooth. Put the chicken in, and spoon the sauce over. Cook on high for 2.5-3 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
Take the chicken out of the Crockpot and cut it up. Meanwhile, add in the cornstarch slurry and gravy mix.
Return the cut-up chicken in, and let it cook for a few more minutes while the sauce thickens.

Substitutions and variations

Chicken breasts can dry out, so I recommend that if you're cooking it on low for the higher end of the 6-8 hours range, you switch to chicken thighs. They're way more forgiving and stay tender.
Want to make your own ranch seasoning mix? Try this Homemade Ranch Seasoning.
The gravy isn't meant to be super thick in this recipe. I like the gravy as-is, but if you really need it to be thicker, try reducing it in a saucepan on the stove or adding a little more cornstarch.

What's the best length of time to cook it?

For the photos, I used three very large chicken breasts, and I could still slice them after cooking them for about 3 hours. I tested this recipe a second time using five smaller ones, and they easily shredded with two forks after 2.5 hours. Depending on how hot your slow cooker runs and the size of your chicken breasts, you can adjust the cooking time accordingly.

What to serve with Crockpot chicken and gravy

I adore all that gravy over a pile of Mashed Potatoes or baked potatoes, pasta, or rice.
You can also serve with a slice of freshly baked bread or even Homemade Biscuits. For veggie sides, try Easy Creamed Corn.
For a side salad pairing, enjoy it with a green salad with Creamy Balsamic Dressing, or go all our with a Caesar salad and my 10 Minute Caesar Dressing. You don't need a blender for either of 'em.

Leftovers and storage

Leftover chicken and gravy will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days in a covered container.
Reheat in a saucepan over a low heat until warmed through, or you can microwave in small increments.
This recipe will be ok to freeze for up to 3 months. The texture may change and the chicken might dry out a little, but it'll taste good.

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close-up of slow cooker chicken and gravy over mashed potatoes

Hope you'll love this easy slow cooker chicken and gravy recipe! Questions? Did you make this recipe? Let me know in the comments below. You can also tag me #saltandlavender on Instagram.