Creamy Ranch Chicken Crock Pot
A comforting and flavorful slow-cooked chicken dish coated in creamy ranch dressing and cheese, perfect for family dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Fresh or properly frozen chicken works best.
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix (1 oz) Consider experimenting with different ranch flavors.
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz) This provides a rich base for the sauce.
- 1 cup chicken broth Ensure it is well mixed with the other sauce ingredients.
- 1 cup sour cream Can be replaced with cream cheese for added richness.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Alternative cheeses like pepper jack can be used.
- to taste Salt Adjust to taste after shredding the chicken.
- to taste Pepper Adjust to taste after shredding the chicken.
- optional Chopped green onions For garnish, adds flavor and color contrast.
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the four boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of the crock pot.
- In a mixing bowl, blend together the ranch dressing mix, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth until well combined.
- Pour the ranch mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring each piece is coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cover the crock pot with its lid and set to cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours.
Cooking
- About 30 minutes before cooking time ends, check the chicken's doneness. It should be cooked through and easy to shred.
- Shred the chicken right in the crock pot using two forks.
- Add sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese to the cooked chicken and stir until well mixed.
- Cover and let cook for an additional 30 minutes on low.
Serving
- Serve the Creamy Ranch Chicken over rice, pasta, or a bed of greens.
- Top with chopped green onions if desired.
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Notes
For meal prep, store in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. This dish freezes well for up to 2-3 months. Adjust seasoning after chicken is shredded for optimal flavor.