Description
This Creamy Ranch Chicken CrockPot recipe is the ultimate easy comfort food — tender chicken slow-cooked in a rich ranch, sour cream, and cream of chicken sauce. Perfect over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a cozy weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
- For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil (optional for searing)
- For Garnish:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- Fresh chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Optional Sear: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts 1–2 minutes per side for extra flavor (optional step).
- Mix the Sauce: In a bowl, combine ranch seasoning, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Slow Cook: Add chicken breasts to the slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over the top. Cover and cook on Low for 5–6 hours or High for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender and cooked through.
- Finish: Stir the sauce gently and top with shredded cheddar cheese if desired. Let it melt for 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or egg noodles.
Notes
- You can substitute cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom for a richer flavor.
- Add 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits to make it a “Crack Chicken” variation.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American