Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Comfort Dinner

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Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken Comfort Dinner

Tender chicken lightly dredged in flour, slow-cooked in a rich, savory sauce made with just 4 additional pantry ingredients. The result is juicy, flavorful chicken with a creamy gravy—perfect over rice, potatoes, or noodles.

Time

  • Prep: 10 minutes

  • Cook: 4–6 hours (LOW) or 2½–3 hours (HIGH)

  • Total: Minimal hands-on time

 Ingredients

Main

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

4 Simple Ingredients (Sauce)

  • 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning

  • 1 packet (0.6 oz) chicken gravy mix

  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup

  • 1 cup chicken broth or water

(Optional add-ins: mushrooms, onions, or garlic)

 Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, salt, and pepper.

  2. Dredge chicken pieces lightly in flour, shaking off excess.

  3. Place chicken in the slow cooker in a single layer.

  4. In a separate bowl, whisk ranch mix, gravy mix, cream of chicken soup, and broth.

  5. Pour sauce evenly over the chicken.

  6. Cover and cook:

    • LOW: 5–6 hours

    • HIGH: 2½–3 hours

  7. Gently stir before serving. Sauce will thicken naturally.

Description Notes

  • Flour helps thicken the sauce without extra cornstarch.

  • Chicken thighs stay extra juicy, but breasts work well too.

  • Sauce thickens more as it cools slightly.

 Tips & Variations

  • Crispier chicken: Lightly brown chicken before slow cooking

  • Lower sodium: Use low-sodium soup and broth

  • Creamier: Add 2–3 tablespoons cream cheese

  • Herb boost: Add thyme or parsley at the end

 Servings

  • Serves: 4–6

 Approximate Nutritional Info (per serving)

  • Calories: ~360

  • Protein: ~32 g

  • Fat: ~18 g

  • Carbohydrates: ~15 g

  • Sodium: varies by seasoning brands

(Serve with vegetables for balance)

 Benefits

  • ✅ Budget-friendly ingredients

  • ✅ Minimal prep, hands-off cooking

  • ✅ High in protein

  • ✅ Comfort food made easy

  • ✅ Kid- and freezer-friendly

 Q & A

Q: Can I skip the flour?
A: Yes, but the sauce will be thinner. You can thicken later with cornstarch if needed.

Q: Can I freeze leftovers?
A: Absolutely—freeze up to 2 months in an airtight container.

Q: What should I serve this with?
A: Mashed potatoes, rice, egg noodles, or steamed vegetables.

Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
A: For safety, thaw first before slow cooking.

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