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Slow Cooker Dill Pickle Chicken

This Slow Cooker Dill Pickle Chicken delivers a hearty homestyle dinner that is brimming with flavor! Thighs are cooked low and slow in dill pickle juice, ranch seasoning, and melting butter resulting in tender chicken smothered in a delicious gravy. Serve it over mashed potatoes or noodles for a yummy meal idea any day of the week!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 1
Calories 394 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker

Ingredients
  

  • 8 medium boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 ounce ranch seasoning mix homemade or one packet
  • 2 0.87 brown gravy mix
  • 1 cup mini dill pickles with juice
  • 4 tablespoons butter cubed
  • Parsley for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken thighs into the bottom of the slow cooker.8 medium boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • Sprinkle the ranch seasoning and one of the gravy packets over the chicken. Reserve 1 packet of gravy for later.1 ounce Ranch seasoning mix,2 0.87 brown gravy mix
  • Sprinkle the pickles and pickle juice all over the top.1 cup mini dill pickles with juice
  • Place the butter on top of everything.4 tablespoons butter
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 4-6 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours or until the meat is tender.
  • Right before serving stir in the reserved gravy mix to thicken it up.2 0.87 brown gravy mix
  • Garnish with parsley if desired.Parsley for garnish
  • Serve over rice, egg noodles, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breasts or bone-in cuts if you prefer. 
  • Pickle slices or spears can also be used.
  • Spicy pickles or your favorite variety will work.
  • Store leftovers covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.