Creamy Crock Pot Ranch Chicken
Creamy Crock Pot Ranch Chicken is a delightful dish that transforms weeknight dinners into a cozy culinary experience. With tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy ranch sauce, this meal is packed with flavor and requires minimal effort. Perfect for busy families, it pairs beautifully with rice or pasta, making it an ideal comfort food for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- 8 oz cream cheese (full-fat recommended)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your crock pot.
- Sprinkle ranch dressing mix evenly over the chicken.
- Add minced garlic on top of the chicken.
- Cut cream cheese into cubes and scatter over the seasoned chicken.
- Pour low-sodium chicken broth over everything.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken in the pot using two forks and stir to combine.
- Serve over rice or pasta and garnish with parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup shredded chicken (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sear the chicken in a skillet before placing it in the crock pot. - Substitute cream cheese with Greek yogurt for a lighter option. - Feel free to add vegetables such as bell peppers or carrots for extra nutrition.