Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Gravy
- 2 packets chicken gravy mix
- 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup
- 2 cups water
- ½ cup sour cream
Garnish
- Sliced green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: Season both sides of the boneless, skinless chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper according to your taste preferences. This will enhance the flavor during slow cooking.
- Prepare the Gravy Mixture: In the slow cooker, whisk together the two packets of chicken gravy mix, canned cream of chicken soup, and water until smooth and well combined.
- Add the Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the gravy mixture in the slow cooker, making sure they are fully covered by the gravy to ensure even cooking and flavor infusion.
- Cook: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the low setting for about 6 to 8 hours. This slow cooking process allows the chicken to become tender and the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Shred the Chicken: After cooking, use a fork to break the chicken into chunks directly in the slow cooker. This will blend the chicken nicely with the gravy.
- Finish with Sour Cream: Stir in the ½ cup of sour cream into the slow cooker to add creaminess and richness to the gravy.
- Serve: Serve the creamy chicken and gravy over cooked rice or mashed potatoes. Top with sliced green onions if desired for a fresh, mild onion flavor and garnish.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for breasts if preferred for a juicier texture.
- Adjust seasoning according to your taste; sometimes the gravy mix can be salty.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
- For a thicker gravy, you can reduce the water slightly or cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes.
- Sour cream adds a nice richness but can be replaced with Greek yogurt for a lower-fat option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American