Description
Creamy Ranch Chicken in a Crock Pot is a delightful dish that combines rich flavors with a creamy texture, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs or 680 g)
- 1 packet (1 oz or 28 g) ranch seasoning mix
- 8 oz (227 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (240 ml) chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crock pot, evenly spaced.
- Add the Seasoning: Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the chicken.
- Mix in the Cream Cheese: Spread the softened cream cheese on top of the chicken.
- Pour in the Broth: Pour the chicken broth over everything, cover, and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it into bite-sized pieces.
- Return to the Sauce: Stir the shredded chicken back into the creamy sauce in the slow cooker.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm in the microwave or on the stove.
- For freezing, cool completely before placing in a freezer-safe container; can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Creamy Ranch Chicken, Crock Pot Chicken, Easy Chicken Recipe