Description
An easy, creamy, and comforting slow cooker chicken recipe made with ranch seasoning, cream cheese, sour cream, and chicken broth. Perfect for busy days with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds / 900g)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce / 28g)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (225g)
- ½ cup sour cream (120ml)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth (240ml)
- Optional add-ins: sliced mushrooms, chopped green beans, baby spinach
- Optional topping: shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning packet. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken, then dollop the creamy ranch mixture evenly on top. Do not stir.
- Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Use two forks or tongs to shred the chicken directly in the crock pot. Stir everything together to coat the chicken with the creamy sauce. Add a splash of broth or water if the sauce is too thick.
- If adding veggies like spinach or mushrooms, toss them in now and cook for another 15-30 minutes on low until tender.
- For a cheesy finish, sprinkle shredded cheese on top and cover for a few minutes to melt.
- Serve hot over rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, roasted veggies, or in warm tortillas.
Notes
[‘Let the cream cheese soften at room temperature before mixing to avoid lumps.’, ‘Cook on low for best tender and juicy chicken; high setting can be used if short on time.’, ‘Shred chicken for better sauce absorption and easier serving.’, ‘Add veggies in the last 30 minutes for a nutrition boost.’, ‘Leftovers reheat well with a splash of broth to maintain creaminess.’, ‘Freezing is not recommended as the cream cheese sauce may separate.’]
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 560
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Protein: 35
Keywords: creamy ranch chicken, crock pot chicken, slow cooker dinner, easy chicken recipe, 5 ingredient dinner, comfort food, family-friendly, creamy chicken