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Cozy Overnight Crockpot Chicken and Gravy Recipe Perfect for Easy Comfort Meals

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A simple, comforting crockpot chicken and gravy recipe cooked overnight for tender chicken and rich gravy, served over creamy mashed potatoes. Perfect for busy weeknights and easy comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups chicken broth (preferably low sodium)
  • 1 packet onion soup mix (about 1 ounce)
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 ounces)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour (can substitute cornstarch for gluten-free)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Instant mashed potatoes (enough for 4 servings)
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
  • Optional: 1/4 cup heavy cream for extra silky gravy

Instructions

  1. Pat dry about 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts with paper towels and place evenly in the crockpot insert.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine 1 packet onion soup mix, 1 can cream of mushroom soup, 2 cups chicken broth, and 2 minced garlic cloves. Whisk until smooth to form the gravy base.
  3. Pour the gravy mixture evenly over the chicken in the crockpot, ensuring the chicken is mostly submerged but not swimming.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours overnight. Alternatively, cook on high for 3-4 hours if short on time.
  5. About 30 minutes before serving, prepare 4 servings of mashed potatoes (instant or homemade).
  6. Carefully remove the chicken and keep warm. Pour the crockpot liquid into a saucepan over medium heat.
  7. Melt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in the saucepan, whisk in 2 tablespoons flour, and cook for about 2 minutes to make a roux.
  8. Slowly whisk in the crockpot liquid and simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. For extra creaminess, stir in a splash of heavy cream if desired.
  10. Slice or shred the chicken, serve over mashed potatoes, and ladle the rich gravy on top.
  11. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired and enjoy.

Notes

Use low heat overnight for tender chicken and rich flavor. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to maintain temperature. Make a butter-flour roux to thicken gravy for best texture. Use room temperature chicken for even cooking. Adjust salt carefully due to salty onion soup mix. Leftovers taste better the next day. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch and use gluten-free onion soup mix. For dairy-free, use dairy-free cream soup and butter alternatives.

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