1-Getting started is a breeze with this recipe. First, gather your ingredients and set up your slow cooker for success. It only takes about 5 minutes of prep time, leaving you free for the rest of your day.

2-Follow these steps to make it just right. Begin by placing the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and seasoning them with salt and pepper, or garlic salt if you like a bit more zing. This helps build flavor from the start.

3-Next, in a bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, dry chicken gravy mix, and water or chicken broth if you’re using it. Pour this mixture over the chicken to coat it evenly. Cover and cook on low heat for 4 to 6 hours until the chicken is tender and easy to shred.

4-Before serving, use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces right in the slow cooker. This lets the gravy soak in even more. Serve it over hot steamed rice, or try alternatives like brown rice, mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or gluten-free options such as cauliflower rice or spaghetti squash.