Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy is the ultimate comfort food, delivering tender, flavorful chicken and creamy gravy in just a few hours. After making this many times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping it from drying out. The result? A cozy, hearty meal that’s better than takeout and perfect for busy weeknights. Try it with my Tropical Mango Cookies for dessert. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Sushi Bake and Beef Stir Fry with Vegetables.

What You'll Need for Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• Optional: Fresh parsley, chopped
• Optional: Crispy bacon, crumbled

How to Make Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

1. Step 1: Place chicken, potatoes, carrots, onion, garlic, and celery in the slow cooker. Season with paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together flour and chicken broth. Pour over chicken and vegetables.
3. Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Remove chicken and vegetables from slow cooker. Stir in flour and chicken broth mixture to create gravy. Blend until smooth, if desired.
5. Step 5: Serve chicken and vegetables over mashed potatoes or noodles, topped with gravy and optional toppings.

Storing & Reheating Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker the night before. Store in the fridge overnight. In the morning, turn on the slow cooker and cook as directed.

Freezing Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

Freeze cooked chicken and gravy separately 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 (180°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir occasionally.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a one-pot meal, cook the mashed potatoes in the slow cooker with the chicken and vegetables. Add milk and butter after cooking and mash until smooth.
• Best substitution: Substitute the chicken thighs for chicken breasts for a leaner meal.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker the night before. Store in the fridge overnight. In the morning, turn on the slow cooker and cook as directed.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the gravy is too thick, thin it out with a little bit of chicken broth. If it's too thin, let it cook for a few more minutes to reduce.

Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite

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Prep

15 minutes

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Cook

6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)

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Total

6 hours 15 minutes (low) or 3 hours 15 minutes (high)

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 1 lb carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks celery, chopped

Seasonings

• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth

Optional Toppings

• Fresh parsley, chopped
• Crispy bacon, crumbled

Instructions

1. Step 1: Place chicken, potatoes, carrots, onion, garlic, and celery in the slow cooker. Season with paprika, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together flour and chicken broth. Pour over chicken and vegetables.
3. Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
4. Step 4: Remove chicken and vegetables from slow cooker. Stir in flour and chicken broth mixture to create gravy. Blend until smooth, if desired.
5. Step 5: Serve chicken and vegetables over mashed potatoes or noodles, topped with gravy and optional toppings.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a one-pot meal, cook the mashed potatoes in the slow cooker with the chicken and vegetables. Add milk and butter after cooking and mash until smooth.
• Best substitution: Substitute the chicken thighs for chicken breasts for a leaner meal.
• Make-ahead: Prepare the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker the night before. Store in the fridge overnight. In the morning, turn on the slow cooker and cook as directed.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled or halved to serve more or fewer people.
• Troubleshooting: If the gravy is too thick, thin it out with a little bit of chicken broth. If it's too thin, let it cook for a few more minutes to reduce.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken and gravy separately for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (180°C) for 15-20 minutes or until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 2-3 minutes or until heated through. Stir occasionally.
• Make ahead: Prepare the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker the night before. Store in the fridge overnight. In the morning, turn on the slow cooker and cook as directed.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 380
• Protein: 38g
• Fat: 12g
• Carbs: 28g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 600mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 3g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy: Cozy Comfort in Every Bite 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!