Crockpot Chicken And Gravy Recipe
This Crockpot Chicken And Gravy Recipe is an easy, comforting meal that melts in your mouth. Juicy chicken thighs cook slowly in rich, creamy gravy with onions, garlic, and herbs, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
Equipment
- Crockpot/Slow Cooker
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 4 Chicken thighs bone-in, skin removed
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 medium Onion chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- ¼ teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
Sauté Onion and Garlic
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft and fragrant, about 3–4 minutes.
Season Chicken
- Place chicken thighs in the crockpot. Sprinkle with paprika, salt, and black pepper evenly over the chicken pieces.
Add Broth and Aromatics
- Pour sautéed onions and garlic over the chicken. Add chicken broth and stir gently to combine ingredients without disturbing the seasoning.
Cook Chicken
- Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until chicken is tender and fully cooked through, letting flavors meld into a rich gravy.
Make Gravy
- Remove chicken from the crockpot and set aside. Whisk in heavy cream and flour into the crockpot juices to thicken the gravy.
Combine Chicken and Gravy
- Return chicken to the crockpot, spooning gravy over each piece. Cook an additional 10 minutes to heat chicken through and allow gravy to thicken.
Garnish and Serve
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy warm with mashed potatoes, rice, or bread to soak up the creamy gravy.
Notes
- Use bone-in thighs for juicier chicken and richer gravy
- Do not over-stir the chicken to keep it tender
- Gravy thickens as it cools; reheat gently before serving
- Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread for a hearty meal