Crockpot Chicken Thighs Creamy Gravy (Printable)
Tender slow-cooked chicken thighs in a rich, creamy gravy. Perfect comfort food with just 10 minutes of prep.
# 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 or to taste
→ Thickener
11 - 2 tablespoons cornstarch
12 - 2 tablespoons cold water
# How To Make It:
01 - Place chicken thighs in an even layer at the bottom of the crockpot.
02 - Scatter chopped onion and minced garlic evenly over the chicken pieces.
03 - Whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, melted butter, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until thoroughly combined and smooth.
04 - Pour the creamy mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker.
05 - Cover and cook on LOW setting for 6 hours or until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and shreds easily with a fork.
06 - About 15 minutes before serving, whisk cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until completely smooth and no lumps remain.
07 - Stir the cornstarch slurry into the crockpot, cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes until gravy reaches desired thickness.
08 - Serve chicken thighs immediately, generously topped with the creamy gravy from the slow cooker.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The gravy develops this incredible depth while you go about your day, like magic happening in the kitchen
- Leftovers taste even better the next night, if they make it that long
02 -
- The first time I forgot to uncover the pot during the last 15 minutes, my gravy stayed thinner than I wanted
- Using warm water instead of cold for the cornstarch slurry was my second mistake—learned that lesson fast
03 -
- Taking those extra minutes to sear the chicken first adds a depth of flavor that makes people think you tried harder than you actually did
- Sour cream stirred in at the very end creates the most incredible tangy finish that balances all that richness