Creamy Ranch Chicken Crock Pot

Discover the magic of a Creamy Ranch Chicken Crock Pot recipe, your go-to for a fuss-free, incredibly delicious meal that's perfect for busy weeknights. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into a comforting, flavorful chicken dish that will become a family favorite.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 4

Total Time 4 15

Course: Main Course

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Chicken

1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 packet dry ranch seasoning mix (1 oz)
8 oz cream cheese softened and cubed
1/2 cup milk (or half-and-half for extra richness)
1/4 cup chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
2 cloves garlic minced
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Optional garnish

chopped fresh parsley
shredded cheddar cheese
sliced green onions

Equipment

Slow Cooker
Cutting board
Two forks
Saucepan (for reheating)

Method

Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
Place the chicken breasts or thighs into the greased slow cooker. Sprinkle the entire packet of dry ranch seasoning mix evenly over the chicken.
1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, 1 packet dry ranch seasoning mix
Distribute the softened, cubed cream cheese on top of the seasoned chicken. Pour the milk and chicken broth over the cream cheese and chicken.
8 oz cream cheese, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup chicken broth
Add the minced garlic and black pepper to the slow cooker.
2 cloves garlic, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cover the slow cooker and cook on the HIGH setting for 3 to 4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. The cream cheese will melt and create a luscious sauce.
Once cooked, carefully remove the chicken from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board or in a bowl. Use two forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir it into the creamy ranch sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, you can add a splash more milk or broth to reach your desired consistency. Allow the chicken to simmer in the sauce for another 10-15 minutes on the WARM setting (or if your slow cooker allows, continue on LOW for another hour if you prefer a thicker sauce and more tender chicken).
1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup chicken broth
Serve the creamy ranch chicken hot.

Notes

Once cooled, transfer any leftover creamy ranch chicken to an airtight container. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. For longer storage, freeze leftovers for up to 2-3 months.