Crockpot Chicken Thighs Creamy Gravy (Printable Version)

Tender chicken thighs slow-cooked in a rich, creamy gravy for effortless comfort food perfect for busy weeknights.

# 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

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Arrange chicken thighs in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker insert. Distribute chopped onion and minced garlic evenly over the meat.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together chicken broth, heavy cream, melted butter, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined and smooth.
03 - Pour the cream mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables. Cover with lid and cook on LOW setting for 6 hours until chicken reaches internal temperature of 165°F and is fork-tender.
04 - Fifteen minutes before serving, whisk cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl until smooth to create a slurry. Stir slurry into the slow cooker, ensuring it's fully incorporated into the cooking liquids.
05 - Replace lid slightly ajar and cook uncovered for 10-15 minutes until gravy reaches desired consistency. Serve chicken thighs with generous portions of creamy gravy ladled over top.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Set it and forget it cooking that delivers restaurant quality results without hovering over a stove
  • The gravy develops incredible depth over six hours that quick versions can never match
  • Leftovers actually taste better the next day as flavors continue to meld together
02 -
  • Never skip letting the slurry come to room temperature before adding it to prevent shocking the gravy and creating lumps
  • Resist the urge to lift the lid during cooking because every peek adds 15 to 20 minutes to the total time
  • The gravy will continue thickening slightly as it stands so do not panic if it seems a little loose at first
03 -
  • Pat the chicken completely dry before placing it in the crockpot for better gravy consistency
  • Use full fat heavy cream because low fat versions can separate during the long cooking time

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