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Crock Pot Ranch Chicken

This Crock Pot Ranch Chicken recipe is incredibly easy and delivers flavorful, tender chicken every time. The slow cooking process infuses the chicken with ranch seasoning and keeps it moist, perfect for shredding and serving in various ways.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives or green onions
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional
  • 2 tablespoons cold water optional

Equipment

  • 6-quart Slow Cooker
  • Cooking spray
  • fork
  • knife
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with cooking spray.
  2. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of the crock pot.
  3. Sprinkle the dry ranch dressing mix evenly over the chicken.
  4. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken.
  5. Dot the cubed cream cheese evenly over the chicken.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is easily shreddable with a fork.
  7. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
  8. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir to coat it with the sauce.
  9. If the sauce is too thin for your liking, you can thicken it by mixing 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water and stirring it into the slow cooker during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  10. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions.
  11. Serve immediately over rice, mashed potatoes, pasta, or in sandwiches.

Notes

For best results, use chicken breasts of similar size to ensure even cooking. Do not skip the chicken broth; it's crucial for moisture. Cooking on low for 6-8 hours results in more tender chicken. You can add a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, or cayenne pepper to enhance the flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.