Easy Crockpot Chicken Thighs Creamy Gravy (Printable)

Tender chicken thighs in rich creamy gravy. effortless slow-cooked comfort ready in 6 hours.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

→ Dairy

02 - 1 cup heavy cream
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
05 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids

06 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

→ Condiments & Seasonings

07 - 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
08 - 1 teaspoon paprika
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon salt

→ Thickener

11 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
12 - 2 tablespoons cold water

# How to Make It:

01 - Place chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker.
02 - Sprinkle chopped onion and minced garlic over the chicken.
03 - Whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, butter, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until smooth.
04 - Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken thighs.
05 - Cover and cook on LOW for 6 hours or until chicken is tender.
06 - Mix cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir into the slow cooker 15 minutes before serving.
07 - Cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes until gravy thickens.
08 - Serve chicken thighs topped with creamy gravy.

# Expert Hacks:

01 -
  • You barely lift a finger but it tastes like you spent all day at the stove
  • The gravy is so incredibly velvety, youll want to drink it straight from a spoon
02 -
  • Searing the chicken first adds incredible depth but honestly, it turns out fabulous without this extra step
  • The gravy continues thickening as it cools slightly, so don't panic if it looks a little thin right after the slurry step
03 -
  • Low and slow is absolutely the way to go, high heat makes the cream separate
  • Trust your nose more than the timer, it should smell incredible when its done

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