Description
Craving a comforting, creamy chicken dish that’s easy to prepare? Look no further than the Creamy Ranch Chicken CrockPot! This delectable recipe combines the convenience of a slow cooker with the irresistible flavors of ranch seasoning, cream of chicken soup, and tender chicken breasts. Sit back, relax, and let your CrockPot do the work while your kitchen fills with mouthwatering aromas.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 can (10.5 ounce) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional for searing)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for garnish)
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
1. Getting this Creamy Ranch Chicken CrockPot ready for the slow cooker is a breeze. Start by optionally searing the chicken breasts in a hot skillet with a touch of olive oil to lock in their juices and add a delightful caramelized flavor. Then, simply place the seared or raw chicken breasts in your CrockPot.
2. Next, mix together the cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning, chicken broth, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a bowl. Pour this creamy sauce over the chicken, ensuring the breasts are completely submerged.
3. Cover the CrockPot and let the magic happen! Cook the Creamy Ranch Chicken on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and fall-apart tender.
Notes
The Creamy Ranch Chicken CrockPot is a wholesome and comforting dish that can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet. Each serving provides a good source of protein from the chicken, while the sour cream and cream of chicken soup contribute to the creamy texture. To make the recipe even healthier, you can opt for low-fat or reduced-sodium versions of these ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg