Description
This Easy Ranch Chicken Crockpot Recipe is perfect for busy nights when you want a delicious, comforting meal with minimal effort. Tender, juicy chicken breasts simmer slowly with creamy cream cheese, savory ranch seasoning, and flavorful garlic powder to create a rich and satisfying dish. Best served over rice, pasta, or with your favorite side vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings and Sauce
- 1 oz packet dry ranch dressing mix
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. If you prefer smaller portions, cut the chicken into one-inch pieces for faster and more even cooking.
- Layer in Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot in a single layer. Spread the softened cream cheese evenly over the chicken, then sprinkle the dry ranch dressing mix and garlic powder on top. Finally, pour the low-sodium chicken broth over everything to ensure moisture during cooking.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours, or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. This slow cooking method allows the flavors to meld together and the chicken to become tender and juicy.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, remove the lid during the last 30 minutes of cooking to let some liquid evaporate.
- You can shred the chicken after cooking for easier serving, especially if serving over rice or in wraps.
- Add vegetables like sliced mushrooms or chopped bell peppers to the crockpot for a one-pot meal.
- Use full-fat cream cheese for best flavor and creaminess, but reduced-fat versions can be substituted.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 8 hours on low or 3 to 4 hours on high
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/5 of recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: ranch chicken, crockpot chicken, slow cooker recipe, easy chicken dinner, creamy ranch chicken