Creamy Gravy Crockpot Chicken Thighs (Printable)

Tender chicken thighs slow-cooked in a rich, creamy gravy for an effortless comfort meal.

# What You 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 chicken thighs in a single layer at the bottom of the crockpot.
02 - Distribute chopped onion and minced garlic evenly over the chicken pieces.
03 - Combine chicken broth, heavy cream, butter, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Whisk thoroughly until butter is fully incorporated and mixture is smooth.
04 - Pour the seasoned cream mixture evenly over the chicken and vegetables, ensuring all pieces are coated.
05 - Cover and cook on LOW setting for 6 hours, or until 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 completely smooth and no lumps remain.
07 - Stir the cornstarch slurry into the crockpot. Cook uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until gravy reaches desired consistency.
08 - Transfer chicken to serving plates and spoon generous amounts of creamy gravy over each portion.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The gravy develops this incredible depth that tastes like you simmered it for hours even though you barely lifted a finger
  • Leftovers somehow taste even better the next day when the flavors have had even more time to become friends
02 -
  • Whisking the cornstarch into cold water before adding it prevents those frustrating lumps that never quite dissolve
  • Leaving the lid off during the last 15 minutes helps excess moisture evaporate so your gravy thickens properly
03 -
  • Searing the chicken thighs for 3 minutes per side before slow cooking adds this incredible depth that makes people think you cooked all day
  • Stirring in a spoonful of Dijon mustard with the cornstarch slurry gives the gravy this subtle complexity that keeps people guessing

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