Description
This ranch chicken crockpot recipe combines tender chicken breasts, ranch seasoning, cream cheese, and cheddar for a creamy, cheesy sauce that cooks low and slow. Perfect for busy families, it yields six servings of comforting, restaurant‑style flavor that can be served over rice, pasta, or on a sandwich. Quick to assemble, the slow cooker does the work, delivering a rich, tangy dish in just 6‑7 hours. Ideal for meal‑prep and weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Trim and pat dry the chicken breasts.
- Place chicken in the slow cooker, sprinkle ranch seasoning, add cream cheese, and pour chicken broth.
- Cover and cook on low for 6‑7 hours (or high for 3‑4 hours).
- Shred the chicken in the pot, stir in cheddar cheese until melted, and fold in green onions.
- Serve hot over your favorite side.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add red pepper flakes. Use reduced‑fat cream cheese to lower calories. Leftovers reheat well in microwave or stovetop with a splash of broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Chicken
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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