SLOW COOKER CHICKEN BREASTS WITH GRAVY

## **Instructions**

### **Step 1: Prepare the Chicken**
1. Season the **chicken breasts** with a little **salt** and **pepper** on both sides. If you’re using ranch dressing mix, sprinkle it over the chicken for extra flavor.

### **Step 2: Layer Ingredients in the Slow Cooker**
2. Place the seasoned chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the **cream of chicken soup**, **dry onion soup mix**, and **chicken broth** until smooth. Pour this mixture over the chicken breasts.
4. Optionally, drop in a tablespoon of **butter** to add extra richness to the gravy.

### **Step 3: Cook the Chicken**
5. Cover the slow cooker with its lid and set it to cook on **low for 6-7 hours** or **high for 3-4 hours**. The chicken will become tender and juicy, and the gravy will thicken as it cooks.

### **Step 4: Shred the Chicken (Optional)**
6. Once the chicken is cooked through and tender, you can leave the breasts whole or shred them using two forks to make it even more flavorful and easier to serve with the gravy.

### **Step 5: Serve and Enjoy**
7. Spoon some of the creamy gravy over the chicken and serve with your favorite side dishes. Some great options are mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.

## **Serving Suggestions**
🍚 Serve with **mashed potatoes** to soak up the delicious gravy.
🍝 Pair with **buttered rice** or **noodles** for an easy, comforting meal.
🥗 Add a **green salad** or **roasted vegetables** on the side to balance out the richness of the dish.

## **Tips and Variations**
– **Add Veggies**: Toss in some chopped **carrots**, **potatoes**, or **celery** to cook alongside the chicken for a one-pot meal.
– **Make it a Crockpot Meal**: If you want to add even more flavor, try adding a few tablespoons of **garlic powder**, **Italian seasoning**, or **fresh thyme** to the sauce mix.
– **Use Chicken Thighs**: For even more flavor and juiciness, swap out chicken breasts for chicken thighs. The cooking method and timing will remain the same.

## **Final Thoughts**
**Slow Cooker Chicken Breasts with Gravy** is the ultimate in comfort food. It’s easy, hearty, and packed with flavor – the perfect weeknight meal or even a special dinner for the family. With tender chicken, rich gravy, and simple ingredients, this dish is bound to become a regular in your dinner rotation. So, grab your slow cooker and let it do the work for you – the result is a meal that’ll make you feel right at home.

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