Dinner for 4
Crockpot Chicken and Gravy
$7.68for 4135 minServes 4
Chicken breasts slowly cook in seasoned broth, then finish with evaporated milk to make a smooth, rich gravy.
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
 | Broth or stock$0.07/oz typical | 9.25 oz | $0.65Typical price |
 | Chicken breast, boneless$3.49/lb typical | 1.5 lb | $5.24Typical price |
 | Evaporated or condensed milk$0.14/oz typical | 9 oz | $1.26Typical price |
 | Butter$0.40/oz typical | 0.5 oz | $0.20Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $7.68 | ||
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blendsDried spices (cumin, paprika, chili powder, oregano)Salt and pepperCornstarch, vanilla, yeast, cocoa
Not included in the cost.
Swaps
- Swap Chicken breast, boneless for Chicken thighs, bone-in or bonelessabout $1.20/lb less at typical prices
- Swap Butter for Margarine and vegan butterabout $0.15/oz less at typical prices
- 135 minstart to table
- Involveddifficulty
- 4servings as written
- $typical cost tier
AmericanHigh-proteinBudgetFamilyDinnersSlow cookerThanksgiving on a budget
$1.92 per serving$7.68 for 4
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Ingredients
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cube chicken bouillon
- 3/4 tsp poultry seasoning
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp butter
Steps
- Stir the broth, bouillon, poultry seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper in a slow cooker.
- Add the chicken breasts and butter, then cover and cook on high for 1 hour 45 minutes.
- Check that the chicken reaches 165 F, then transfer it to a plate.
- Whisk the evaporated milk and cornstarch together, then stir the mixture into the slow cooker.
- Return the chicken, cover, and cook on high for 15 minutes until the gravy thickens.
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