Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken
Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken is a delightful and effortless dish that transforms tender chicken breasts into a creamy, flavor-packed meal. With a savory ranch dressing mix and rich cream cheese, this recipe fills your home with irresistible aromas while the slow cooker works its magic. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, serve it over rice, pasta, or in tacos for a satisfying dinner everyone will love.
- 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 (1.5 lbs)
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix (1 oz)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz cream cheese
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle ranch dressing mix over the chicken and pour in chicken broth.
- Add minced garlic and gently stir to combine.
- Cube cream cheese and scatter on top of the mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours.
- Shred the chicken in the pot using two forks and serve over rice or in tacos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 352
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 764mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 117mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, sear the chicken before adding it to the slow cooker. Experiment with different dressings or add diced vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra crunch. Use low-sodium ranch dressing for a healthier option.