Tender, juicy chicken slow-cooked in rich, savory gravy — this effortless recipe is pure comfort food with only FOUR ingredients and big flavor. Perfect for busy days, family dinners, or cozy nights when you want something warm, filling, and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. The chicken becomes fall-apart tender while soaking up every bit of the creamy gravy, making it perfect to serve over mashed potatoes, rice, biscuits, or egg noodles.
📝 Ingredients (Serves 4)
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 packet chicken gravy mix
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1 packet ranch seasoning mix
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1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
2️⃣ In a bowl, whisk gravy mix, ranch seasoning, and cream of chicken soup until smooth.
3️⃣ Pour mixture over chicken, coating evenly.
4️⃣ Cover and cook:
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LOW: 6–7 hours
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HIGH: 3–4 hours
5️⃣ Shred or leave whole and serve with gravy spooned on top.
🌟 Why This Recipe Works
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Slow cooking keeps chicken moist and tender
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Gravy + soup combo creates a thick, flavorful sauce
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Ranch seasoning adds savory depth
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Only 4 ingredients = stress-free comfort meal
💡 Tips & Variations
✔ Use chicken thighs for extra juiciness
✔ Add mushrooms or onions for flavor boost
✔ Stir in sour cream at the end for extra creaminess
✔ Make it lighter with low-fat soup & seasoning
❓Q & A
Q: Can I use frozen chicken?
Yes — add 1 extra hour on LOW, but thawing is best for even cooking.
Q: Can I make this dairy-free?
Use dairy-free cream soup alternative.
Q: Can I thicken the gravy more?
Mix 1 tsp cornstarch with water and stir in during last 30 minutes.
Q: What’s best to serve with it?
Mashed potatoes, rice, noodles, biscuits, or cauliflower mash.
🔢 Nutrition (Per Serving – approx)
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Calories: ~320
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Protein: 34g
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Fat: 12g
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Carbs: 10g
🟢 WW (Weight Watchers) Points
6–7 points per serving