Mediterranean Slow Cooker Chicken & Gravy

Mediterranean Slow Cooker Chicken & Gravy is a very delicious homemade meal. This chicken and gravy is perfect to make for family dinners. It is made with tender chicken breasts, fresh parsley, extra virgin olive oil, and creamy chicken gravy. The chicken slowly cooks in a gravy and gives you the best, creamy taste. You can also keep the chicken and gravy stored for a long time in a container so the taste and texture will not get spoiled. It contains  420 kcal and 39 g protein per serving. Mediterranean Slow Cooker Chicken & Gravy can be served with steamed green beans, creamy mashed tomatoes, and garlic mashed tomatoes.

STATS:

• Calories 420 kcal
• Preparation  time: 10 minutes
• Serving size: 1 serving
• Cook time: 6 hours
• Cuisine: American
• Total time:6 hours 10 minutes
• Course: Main Course
• Diet: High-Protein
• Serving: 8 servings

EQUIPMENT:

• Slow cooker
• Mixing bowl
• Measuring cup
• Whisk
• Forks
• Serving spoon

INGREDIENTS:

CHICKEN AND GRAVY:

• 2 packages boneless  chicken breasts
• 1 can Campbell’s Cream of Chicken Soup
• 2 packets chicken gravy mix
• Half tsp  dried oregano
• Half tsp garlic powder
• Quarter tsp  black pepper
• 1 tbsp  extra virgin olive oil
• Water

FOR SERVING:

• 1 pouch Idahoan Buttery Homestyle Mashed Potatoes
• 1 pack Great Value Dinner Rolls
• Fresh parsley, lemon wedges

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN BREAST:

• Chicken breast is a cut of chicken. It is high in protein and adds an extra mild flavor to the recipe. Skinless chicken tenderloins and Turkey breast are a good substitute; they will also give you a good taste, as per your preference in the recipe.

CREAM CHICKEN SOUP:

• The cream chicken soup adds a rich chicken taste to the recipe. It is also used to make the gravy creamy and helps keep the chicken moist by adding extra flavor to the dish. Homemade cream can also be used instead as per your choice. .

CHICKEN GRAVY MIX:

• Chicken gravy mix can add a rich, savory flavor to the dish.You can add it to get a smooth thick gravy for chicken coating . Homemade chicken gravy and Turkey gravy mix can be used instead, as per your choice.

DINNER ROLLS:

• The Dinner rolls are soft and fluffy bread. They pair well with the creamy chicken and gravy. They also help to make the filling perfect with the gravy chicken. The whole-wheat dinner rolls and Homemade bread rolls are a good alternative to be used in the recipe.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Firstly, put the chicken in the cooker in one line.
2. Take a bowl and combine the cream of chicken soup and chicken gravy mix until it gets smooth.
3. Now evenly add the gravy mixture over the chicken breast.
4. Then close the cooker and cook for six hours.
5. Remove the chicken and shred it into the cooker and mix it into the gravy.
6. Now prepare the mashed potatoes as needed.
7. Lastly, serve the chicken and gravy on the mashed potatoes with dinner rolls on the side.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SIDE DISHES:

• Steamed green beans
• Roasted carrots
• Garlic broccoli

POTATO SIDES:

• Creamy mashed potatoes
• Roasted baby potatoes
• Garlic mashed cauliflower

FRESH SALADS:

• Garden salad
• Cucumber tomato salad
• Fresh spinach salad

TIPS:

• You can use boneless chicken for easy preparation.
• Do not add too much water because it makes the gravy thick.
• Mix the gravy mixture properly so there are no lumps.
• You can also prepare the mashed tomatoes for the best texture.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• You can easily store the chicken and gravy in a container for 4 days so you will get the best result.

FREEZER:

• You can also keep the chicken and gravy stored for a long time in a container so the taste and texture will not get spoiled.

FAQs:

Should I prepare this recipe before the time?

• Yes, you can easily prepare the chicken and gravy ahead of time as per your choice.

Should I use more varieties of  Mediterranean herbs?

• Yes, you can add rosemary, thyme, basil, or Italian seasoning for extra flavor as per your preference.

What should I  serve instead of mashed potatoes?

• You can serve the chicken and gravy with rice, egg noodles, or mashed cauliflower instead of the mashed potatoes.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Iron: 2 mg

Total carbs: 38 g

Vitamin A: 180 mcg

Calories: 420 kcal

Fiber: 3 g

Calcium: 85 mg

Protein: 39 g

Serving size: 1 portion

Sodium: 1150 mg

Net carbs: 35 g

Servings : 8

Potassium: 650 mg