Yesterday was one of those days…I needed to seek comfort…Maybe it was due to my missing the kids a whole lot… or because of the heavy gray skies… or simply a result of my residual crankiness due to jet lag… or maybe it was all three, but whatever the culprit, I knew planning for dinner and blogging about it would help feed my need for tranquility, so off to Tops Friendly Market I went. With the mood I was in, I could have easily cleared the shelves of all the Thomas’, but I did not. I only bought one package – okay two – but the second one was free with the purchase of the first. And finding a good deal brings me comfort.
From there I looped back to the produce section to pick up some russets…I decided this meal was going to be all about creating an experience so satisfying that we couldn’t help but fall to sleep on a pillow fluffy with peace and contentedness, and I’m pretty sure it doesn’t get much more comforting than chicken and gravy over mashed potatoes.
So then I got to thinking…what else in my life brings me comfort?
I find comfort in my favorite songs, my first cup of coffee in the morning, my kids’ voices, Dom’s bear hugs, my books, Champy’s face peeking around the corner, the presence of those I love, the smell of fresh cut grass, cooking, Lake Placid, my oldest denim shirt, time spent with friends, and my camera…
Truth is, comfort is built in all around us, and I find that when I give the little things credit for the grand job they do, the sky doesn’t seem so gray and the kids don’t feel so far away.
So this chicken recipe – believe me when I tell you – cannot get any simpler. (Simplicity – just one more spoke on my wheel of comfort.) Probably the hardest part was cleaning the chicken before dumping it into the crockpot. Okay, maybe the mashed potatoes required a tiny bit of exertion, but other than that – once the chicken was cooked – the meal came together in just minutes.
It’s wonderful when a plan comes together.
My process for shopping, cooking, and photographing brought me the comfort I was looking for.
Because I built my actions around the way I wanted to feel…I felt better…
What brings you comfort? I would love to know!!
Buon Appetito!
Ciao!
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Chicken & Gravy
- Category: Dinner
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. skinless chicken breast
- 2 cups (16 oz.) chicken broth
- 2 packets chicken gravy mix
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the crockpot. Pour in the chicken broth, cover and cook on high for about 3 – 4 hours or until chicken easily pulls apart.
- Pour 2 cups of the chicken broth out of the crockpot and into a saucepan.
- Discard any remaining liquid.
- Add the two gravy packets into the saucepan and whisk well.
- Simmer on low until gravy thickens.
- While the gravy simmers, remove the chicken breasts from the crockpot and shred into large pieces.
- Serve the chicken and gravy over mashed potatoes.
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Our family really enjoyed this. Thank you. I was wondering if you have ever made it ahead of time and frozen it? How did that turn out?
Wonderful! I have not made and froze but my sense is it would be fine… let me know if you try it. 🙂
Can you make this in a pressure cooker?
I never have, so I can’t comment. Sorry about that.
This is a comfort food from my childhood. My mom always made some with leftover chicken and turkey. Always been a favorite and I’m making it tonight.
Awhh, I love that! Thanks for stopping by with a kind remark, Nadeen!
Made this tonight for dinner.. it was a BIG hit…altered the recipe a bit. Boiled the chicken in 4 cups of broth, made the gravy in the same pot while i shredded the chicken, added some seasonings to the chicken so it wouldn’t be plain. Made instant roasted garlic mashed potatoes and frozen veggies to go with it. Ended up mixing it all together after dishing up. Was AMAZING!! It’s was similar to a chicken pot pie but with mashed potatoes… definitely goin to make it more often
Wow! So happy to hear it!! Thanks for stopping by with a kind remark! 🙂
I realized I have Brown gravy packets instead of chicken gravy.. do you think that would still work?
Sure; that will be delicious! 🙂
2 cans cream of chicken soup and 1 can cheddar cheese soup is awesome too! You don’t have to wash another pan for the gravy. I cut up an onion in it too. Cook it the same way and put over mashed potatoes. The kids love it
Sounds fabulous!! 🙂
Insread of the broth u used the cream of chicken and chedder cheese soup?
I’m wondering the same thing. Thank you
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Have you ever made this recipe in the Instant Pot? If yes, how did you do it?
Hi Rose, I have not. I’m of no help on this one… Sorry!
Silly question – but if I double the recipe, should it sit in the crock pot on high for 8 hours? Or low for 8 hours? My plan is to set it before work and then keep it on warm after a full work day until ready for serving. Will this be okay? Thank you in advance!
Hi Kristina, It will be fine to set it to low for 8 hours. You’ll find that the chicken will easily fall apart at the touch. Enjoy!
Sorry if this was already answered, but how many servings does this make?
Serves 4 – 6, comfortably. Thanks for your question!
This has quickly become a big favorite in my house! With a crazy busy football/cheer practice schedule for my kids, my crockpot is my new best friend! Thanks for sharing!!!
So happy your family likes it!! Crockpot cooking is the best! Thanks for stopping by with a kind word! 🙂
I only have chicken thighs and drumsticks. They where on sale I couldn’t afford chicken breast. Will this recipe work with that cut or does it HAVE to be the skinless chicken breast? Thank you
Just be sure to remove the skin if it’s still on. Skinless and boneless would be preferable – but as long as the skin is removed, it should work. Thanks for your question!
I always use legs and thighs for this. Stays moist and tastes great. I don’t remove the skin until serving. Adds more flavor (and probably calories)
Good idea! Thanks!
This is one of my favorite recipes! I’ve made it several times, and it always comes out perfectly creamy and tender. It tastes like I stood over a hot stove baking chicken all day, but the crock pot did it for me. Thanks for this easy yet delicious recipe!
You know what they say…”Simple is best!” Well, I say it, anyway!! 🙂 Thanks for stopping by with a kind word, Lynn!!
I added a little Jared gravy in with the chicken broth! Do you think it’ll turn out well?
I bet that will be delicious! 🙂
It sounds yummy thinking about trying this week sometime 🙂
Wonderful!! Enjoy! 🙂
What is jaredgravy?
Excellent! Couldn’t be easier. Cut recipe in half, which made three servings. My husband loves leftovers. Thanks fir posting.
That is fabulous! So glad you liked it! Thanks for stopping by with a kind word! 🙂
Made this today and was delicious! I wonder as an out of home working mom, would this work in a crock pot for 6 hours on low? Would love to make on a weekday.
That would work! Such a nice meal to come home to! Enjoy!! Thanks for stopping by with a kind word and a question! 🙂
I made this and accidentally cooked the chicken. When defrosting. Did you defrost, use fresh, or cook with frozen chicken?
You can use fresh or frozen. Don’t worry about defrosting before putting it in the slow cooker. Thawed or frozen are fine. Thanks for your question. 🙂
How many does this serve?
I think a good rule of thumb is 1/2 lb. of boneless chicken breast per person. So it will comfortably feed four. Thanks for your question, Taylor!