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Crockpot Chicken and Gravy Bowls – Easy Mashed Potato Dinner Recipe

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Tender, juicy chicken slow-cooked in a creamy gravy and served over buttery mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort food bowl. This easy crockpot dinner is perfect for busy weeknights and is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 cans (10.5 oz each) cream of chicken soup
  • 1 packet (1 oz) chicken gravy mix (dry powder)
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme (optional)
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
  • Shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • Cooked corn kernels or peas (optional)
  • Crispy bacon bits (optional)

Instructions

  1. Place chicken breasts or thighs in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and thyme.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, chicken gravy mix, and chicken broth.
  4. Pour the soup mixture over the chicken, making sure it’s mostly covered.
  5. Dot cream cheese cubes on top.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours (or high for 2.5–3 hours) until chicken is tender and shreds easily.
  7. Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the crockpot. Stir well to combine with the gravy.
  8. If gravy is too thick, add a splash of broth or milk. If too thin, cook uncovered for 10–15 minutes.
  9. While chicken cooks, place peeled and cubed potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add a generous pinch of salt.
  10. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are fork-tender.
  11. Drain potatoes well and return to the pot. Add butter and mash until smooth.
  12. Gradually stir in milk until desired consistency is reached. Add sour cream or Greek yogurt if using. Season with salt and pepper.
  13. Scoop mashed potatoes into serving bowls. Top with chicken and gravy.
  14. Garnish with parsley, cheddar cheese, corn, peas, or bacon bits as desired. Serve hot.

Notes

For gluten-free, use GF cream of chicken soup and gravy mix. For dairy-free, use plant-based butter, milk, and cream cheese. Yukon Gold potatoes yield creamier mash, but any starchy potato works. Store chicken and potatoes separately for best leftovers. Add extra veggies or swap half the potatoes for cauliflower for a lighter version.

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