Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Better Than Takeout
Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy is the best comfort food, better than takeout. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to perfect tender chicken and creamy gravy. The golden, melty cheese on top makes this family favorite a must-try. Try it with Soft and Fluffy Banana Bread Cookies for a complete meal. Keep reading for my best tips or jump to the recipe card. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Soft and Fluffy Banana Bread Cookies and Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet.
Why This Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Better Than Takeout Is Pure Comfort
- Easy, hands-off cooking
- Better than takeout flavor
- Creamy, comforting gravy
- Perfect for busy weekdays
What You'll Need for Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Better Than Takeout
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Cream of chicken soup
- Milk
- Onion soup mix
- Shredded cheese
- Onion soup mix
- Salt and pepper
- Garlic powder
- Optional: Fresh parsley
- Optional: Crushed red pepper
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Chicken breasts: You can also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
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- Immersion blender — Smooths the gravy for a creamy texture → See on Amazon
How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Better Than Takeout
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: Mix cream of chicken soup, milk, and onion soup mix. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken, blend gravy until smooth. Stir in shredded cheese until melted.
- Step 5: Shred chicken and serve with gravy. Top with optional toppings.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Better Than Takeout
- Common mistake and fix: Don't overcook the chicken. It can become dry. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Substitution: You can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breasts.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated in the slow cooker or oven.
Storing & Reheating Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Better Than Takeout
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated.
Freezing Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Better Than Takeout
Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a thicker gravy, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it in before blending.
- Best substitution: You can use cream of mushroom soup instead of cream of chicken soup for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated in the slow cooker or oven.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the gravy is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it in before blending.
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Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Better Than Takeout
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Cream of chicken soup
- Milk
- Onion soup mix
- Shredded cheese
Seasonings
- Onion soup mix
- Salt and pepper
- Garlic powder
Optional Toppings
- Fresh parsley
- Crushed red pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Step 2: Mix cream of chicken soup, milk, and onion soup mix. Pour over chicken.
- Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Step 4: Remove chicken, blend gravy until smooth. Stir in shredded cheese until melted.
- Step 5: Shred chicken and serve with gravy. Top with optional toppings.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a thicker gravy, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it in before blending.
- Best substitution: You can use cream of mushroom soup instead of cream of chicken soup for a different flavor.
- Make-ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated in the slow cooker or oven.
- Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
- Troubleshooting: If the gravy is too thin, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and stir it in before blending.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes.
- Make ahead: This recipe can be made ahead and reheated.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 35g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Cholesterol: 95mg
- Sat. Fat: 6g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Better Than Takeout FAQs
Yes, this recipe can be made ahead and reheated in the slow cooker or oven.
Overcooking can make the chicken dry. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
Yes, freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Yes, cook on manual high pressure for 15 minutes with a 10-minute natural release.
Try it with Soft and Fluffy Banana Bread Cookies or Sloppy Joe Potato Skillet for a complete meal.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
