1. Chicken breasts should be placed at the crock pot’s bottom.
2. Mix dried chicken gravy mix with creamed chicken soup, a cup of chicken broth, onion powder and garlic powder inside mixing bowl until they blend well.
3. Pour the mixture on top of the crock pot’s breasts.
4. Cook covered on low heat setting 6-8 hours or on high heat setting 3-4 hours until meat is cooked through but still tender.
5. Once cooked, use two forks to shred meat in crock-pot or take out to chopping board then shred before coming back to your slow cooker.
6. Stir shredded meat into the mixture so that every bit gets coated fully with it.
7. To taste, season with salt and pepper.
8. If you want, garnish them hot with parsley cut in tiny pieces.
Hints for Success:
– If you prefer it to be more delicious, start by frying the chicken breasts on a pan before placing them into a slow cooker.
– Just mix one tablespoon of cornstarch with two tablespoons of cold water and pour it into the slow cooker if your gravy is thin. Cook on high heat for an additional 30 minutes to thicken.
Health Benefits:
– For muscle repair and growth, chicken is a good source of lean protein.
– Using low-fat cream of chicken soup and lean chicken breasts make this meal relatively low fat.
– It has essential nutrients like vitamins B6 and B12 that are important for energy metabolism and nervous system function.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving)
– Calories: 250 kcal
– Protein: 30g
– Fat: 7g
– Carbohydrates: 15g
– Fiber: 1g
– Sugar: 1g
– Sodium: 850mg
Variations and Substitutions:
For a juicier dish that comes with stronger flavor, replace chicken breasts with thighs only;
You can choose cream of mushroom soup instead of cream of chicken soup because they have different tastes;
To add flavor to the porridge, chopped onions or bell peppers can be placed in the pot.
To make it gluten free, you could use gluten-free chicken gravy mix and ensure that the cream of chicken soup is gluten-free.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
1. Can I use frozen chicken breasts?
– Yes, you can use frozen chicken breasts, but make sure to thaw them fully before cooking to promote thorough cooking and food safety.
2. Can I make this ahead of time?
– Yes, prepare ingredients beforehand and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, just put everything in the crock pot according to instructions given.
3. Can I freeze leftovers?
– Yes, it freezes well. Keep leftover in an air-tight container inside a freezer for up to three months. Heat using a microwave or on stove top until hot enough.
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