Easy Crockpot Chicken Thighs Creamy Gravy (Printable)
Tender slow-cooked chicken thighs in rich, creamy gravy for effortless comfort food.
# 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 - ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon salt
→ Thickener
11 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
12 - 2 tablespoons cold water
# How to Make It:
01 - Place the chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker, ensuring they lie flat for even cooking.
02 - Sprinkle the finely chopped onion and minced garlic evenly over the chicken pieces.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine chicken broth, heavy cream, butter, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk until completely smooth and incorporated.
04 - Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken thighs, ensuring all pieces are coated.
05 - Cover and cook on LOW setting for 6 hours or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is fork-tender.
06 - About 15 minutes before serving, whisk cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth to create a slurry.
07 - Stir the slurry into the slow cooker, mixing well to incorporate. Cook uncovered for an additional 10–15 minutes until the gravy reaches desired thickness.
08 - Serve the chicken thighs topped with the creamy gravy alongside mashed potatoes, rice, or steamed vegetables.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The gravy develops a restaurant-quality richness while you go about your day
- It creates that comforting Sunday dinner feeling on the most chaotic Tuesday
02 -
- Cornstarch needs that final 15 minutes of cooking to lose its raw starchy taste completely
- The gravy will continue thickening slightly as it stands so don't panic if it looks thinner than expected right away
03 -
- Substitute sour cream or cream cheese for half the heavy cream if you prefer a slightly tangier gravy
- Use gluten-free cornstarch and double-check all your seasoning labels to keep this recipe gluten-free