Crockpot Chicken Thighs Creamy Gravy (Printable Version)

Tender slow-cooked chicken thighs in a rich, creamy gravy that practically makes itself. Perfect comfort food for hectic schedules.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 6 boneless skinless chicken thighs

02 - 1 cup heavy cream

03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

04 - 1 small onion finely chopped

05 - 3 cloves garlic minced

06 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth

07 - 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning

08 - 1 teaspoon paprika

09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

10 - 1 teaspoon salt or to taste

11 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch

12 - 2 tablespoons cold water

01 - Place chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker

02 - Sprinkle chopped onion and minced garlic evenly 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 cream mixture evenly over the chicken thighs

05 - Cover and cook on LOW setting for 6 hours or until chicken is fork-tender

06 - About 15 minutes before serving, whisk cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth to create slurry

07 - Stir slurry into the slow cooker, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes until gravy reaches desired consistency

08 - Serve chicken thighs topped with creamy gravy alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables

01 -

The chicken becomes impossibly tender, practically falling apart at the touch of a fork
Six hours of hands-off cooking means you can forget about it until dinner time
The gravy is luxurious enough to make even a Tuesday night feel special

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The gravy will seem thin at first but the cornstarch slurry transforms it in the final minutes
Resist the urge to lift the lid too often as it releases heat and extends cooking time

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Sour cream or cream cheese can replace half the heavy cream for a tangier gravy
Always check that your chicken broth and seasonings are certified gluten-free if needed