Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this Ranch Chicken Crock Pot recipe, designed for busy weeknights. This dish combines tender, flavorful chicken with a creamy ranch sauce, making it a family favorite in no time. With minimal prep and the convenience of slow cooking, you can enjoy a hearty meal without the hassle. Perfect for serving over rice, pasta, or in tacos, this versatile recipe suits any palate and is great for leftovers too. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply feeding your family, this Ranch Chicken will impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional for searing)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Sear chicken breasts in olive oil until golden brown (optional).
- In the crock pot, mix cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- Add chicken to the crock pot and coat with sauce mixture.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until tender.
- Shred chicken in the crock pot using two forks and stir in sour cream.
- Serve with optional garnishes like cheddar cheese and fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Customize by adding veggies such as bell peppers or carrots to boost nutrition. For a healthier twist, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt. This dish is freezer-friendly—store leftovers for up to 3 months.