Description
An easy, hands-off slow cooker recipe for tender, flavorful ranch chicken perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet (1/4 cup or 28g) ranch seasoning mix
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream (120ml), full-fat preferred
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth (240ml)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground if possible
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Soften the cream cheese by leaving it out for 30 minutes or microwaving for 20 seconds.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
- Place chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Pour chicken broth evenly over the chicken.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours without opening the lid.
- After cooking, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks.
- Stir the shredded chicken into the sauce until well combined and creamy.
- Serve hot over rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or in wraps.
- Optional: Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.
- If sauce is thin after shredding, cook uncovered on high for 15-20 minutes to thicken.
Notes
Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels. Soften cream cheese before mixing to avoid clumps. Avoid opening the crockpot lid during cooking to maintain temperature. For thicker sauce, cook uncovered on high for 15-20 minutes after shredding. Can substitute chicken thighs for juicier meat. For dairy-free version, use coconut cream and dairy-free yogurt with dairy-free ranch seasoning. Leftovers store well in fridge up to 4 days; reheat gently with added broth or cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 38
Keywords: crockpot chicken, ranch chicken, slow cooker recipe, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food, creamy chicken