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Crockpot Ranch Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 0h 10m
  • Cook Time: 6h 0m
  • Total Time: 6h 10m
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Crockpot Ranch Chicken recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken breasts cooked low and slow in a creamy ranch, cheese, and butter sauce. Featuring a blend of ranch seasoning, cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and Parmesan, this dish is rich, flavorful, and perfect for an easy, hands-off meal. Simply set it in your slow cooker and let it work its magic for a comforting dish great served over rice, pasta, or vegetables.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Dairy and Cheese

  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, cut into small cubes
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Place the 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot in an even layer.
  2. Add Seasoning: Sprinkle the entire packet of ranch seasoning mix evenly over the chicken breasts to ensure every piece is flavorful.
  3. Add Broth: Pour 1/2 cup of chicken broth on top of the chicken and ranch seasoning to keep the meat moist during slow cooking.
  4. Add Cream Cheese: Cut 1/2 cup of cream cheese into small cubes and place them uniformly on top of the chicken mixture in the crockpot.
  5. Add Cheddar Cheese: Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the cream cheese cubes.
  6. Add Parmesan Cheese: Add 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese on top of the cheddar cheese layer for extra flavor.
  7. Add Butter: Place 1 tablespoon of butter on top of all the ingredients to enhance richness during cooking.
  8. Cover and Cook: Secure the crockpot lid tightly and set the cooker to low heat.
  9. Slow Cook: Cook for 6 to 7 hours, allowing the chicken to become fully cooked and tender enough to shred easily.
  10. Shred the Chicken: After cooking, shred the chicken using two forks directly in the crockpot to mix with the melted cheese and sauce.
  11. Combine Thoroughly: Stir the shredded chicken with the melted cheeses and sauce until everything is well incorporated and creamy.
  12. Serve: Serve the creamy ranch chicken hot over rice, pasta, or alongside steamed vegetables for a delicious meal.

Notes

  • Use low or no-sodium chicken broth for a lower sodium version.
  • For extra spice, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes with the ranch seasoning.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
  • Substitute chicken thighs if preferred for a more flavorful, moist result.
  • To reduce calories and fat, use reduced-fat cream cheese and cheese varieties.

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