Description
This comforting Shredded Chicken Gravy on Mashed Potatoes recipe features tender slow-cooked chicken breast simmered in a creamy chicken gravy made from cream of chicken soup and chicken gravy mix, served over buttery instant mashed potatoes. Perfect for a hearty and easy weeknight meal, the dish combines creamy textures and savory flavors that satisfy every time.
Ingredients
Scale
Gravy and Chicken
- 2 cans cream of chicken soup (approx. 10.5 oz each)
- 2 cans water (use the empty soup cans to measure)
- 2 packets chicken gravy mix
- 2 packs chicken breast (approximately 2 lbs)
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Mashed Potatoes
- Instant mashed potatoes (prepared according to package instructions, typically with butter)
- Butter for mashed potatoes (as per instant potato package instructions, usually 2-4 tbsp)
Instructions
- Prepare the Gravy Base: In a crockpot, combine the cream of chicken soup, water, and chicken gravy packets. Stir thoroughly to dissolve the gravy mix and create a smooth gravy base.
- Season and Add Chicken: Season the chicken breasts on both sides with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper according to your taste. Place the seasoned chicken breasts into the crockpot, making sure they are fully submerged in the gravy mixture for even cooking.
- Cook the Chicken: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 7 to 8 hours to allow the chicken to become tender and infused with the savory gravy flavors.
- Shred the Chicken: After cooking, carefully remove the chicken breasts from the crockpot. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine Chicken with Gravy: Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir well to coat the chicken evenly with the flavorful gravy.
- Prepare Mashed Potatoes: While the chicken is finishing, prepare the instant mashed potatoes according to the package instructions, typically by adding butter and hot water, then stirring until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Spoon a generous portion of mashed potatoes onto each plate, then ladle the shredded chicken and gravy over the top. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting meal.
Notes
- Using the same cans from the cream of chicken soup to measure water makes it easy and consistent.
- Adjust the seasoning of garlic powder, salt, and pepper to your liking or add fresh herbs for extra flavor.
- This dish can also be prepared in advance; after shredding the chicken, refrigerate and reheat gently before serving.
- For a richer gravy, add a splash of milk or cream when stirring the shredded chicken back in.
- Leftovers keep well and can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.
