Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken is a simple and delicious dish that combines tender chicken with a creamy ranch sauce. Perfect for busy days, it’s great served over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes!

Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken Recipe

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup cream of chicken soup (or a homemade version)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth (or water)
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Chicken:
    • Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in the slow cooker.
  2. Make the Sauce:
    • In a medium bowl, combine the ranch seasoning mix, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and chicken broth. Mix until smooth.
  3. Combine:
    • Pour the ranch sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker, ensuring the chicken is well coated.
  4. Cook:
    • Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  5. Add Cheese:
    • About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the chicken. Cover and let it melt.
  6. Serve:
    • Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and stir it into the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
    • Serve the creamy ranch chicken over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes, and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.

Tips:

  • Variations: You can add vegetables like broccoli or carrots to the slow cooker for a complete meal.
  • Make it Spicy: Add some crushed red pepper flakes or a bit of hot sauce to the ranch mixture for a kick.
  • Leftovers: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

This Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken is not only easy to make but also incredibly flavorful, making it a great weeknight dinner option! Enjoy!

Laura Mariano

Written by Laura Mariano

Laura Mariano is a food blogger who founded Recipes By Gymonset.com to make cooking easier. Growing up on a farm in Spain, Laura was inspired by exquisite dishes prepared using simple ingredients. Laura Mariano is particularly known for making anyone can cook.

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