Creamy Ranch Chicken
Creamy Ranch Chicken in the crockpot is a comforting dish that transforms simple ingredients into a mouthwatering meal. With tender chicken simmered in a rich ranch sauce, this recipe promises to be a hit for family dinners or busy weeknights. Just set it and forget it, and let your slow cooker work its magic while filling your home with irresistible aromas.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 oz ranch dressing mix
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot and season with black pepper.
- 2. Sprinkle ranch dressing mix and garlic powder over the chicken.
- 3. In a bowl, combine cream cheese and chicken broth until smooth; pour over the chicken.
- 4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- 5. Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks, mixing well.
- 6. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, marinate chicken in ranch dressing overnight. Feel free to add vegetables like carrots or potatoes for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently.