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Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken Recipe

Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken Recipe

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4.8 from 22 reviews
  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 6 hours 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken is an easy, comforting dish perfect for busy days. Tender chicken thighs or breasts simmer in a rich, creamy ranch-flavored sauce made with cream of chicken soup, cream cheese, and Parmesan, accented with a touch of sweetness from red bell pepper. Simply set it in the slow cooker and let it do the work for a creamy, flavorful meal that pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs or breast
  • 10.75 oz cream of chicken soup (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 envelope dry ranch dressing/seasoning mix OR 1/4 cup homemade ranch seasoning
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/4 cup finely diced sweet red bell pepper

Cheese

  • 4 oz cream cheese, cut into small cubes
  • 3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: Mix the cream of chicken soup and dry ranch seasoning mix in the crock of a 5-7 quart slow cooker until well combined.
  2. Add Water: Gradually pour in the 1/2 cup of water while stirring continuously to avoid any lumps, creating a smooth sauce base.
  3. Add Red Bell Pepper: Stir in the finely diced sweet red bell pepper to add a subtle sweetness and a hint of color to the sauce.
  4. Add Chicken and Cook: Place the boneless chicken thighs or breasts into the slow cooker, submerging them in the sauce. Cover and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-5 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked.
  5. Add Cheeses: About 30 minutes before the end of the minimum cooking time, add the small cubes of cream cheese and sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese into the slow cooker.
  6. Finish Cooking: Cover again and continue cooking for about 30 more minutes, allowing the cheeses to melt completely into the sauce.
  7. Stir and Serve: Stir well to blend the melted cheeses into the sauce, creating a creamy, smooth ranch chicken dish ready to serve.

Notes

  • Use low sodium cream of chicken soup to control salt levels.
  • Feel free to substitute chicken thighs with breasts, but thighs will yield more tender meat.
  • For a homemade ranch seasoning, combine dried parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
  • This dish pairs excellently with cooked rice, mashed potatoes, or pasta.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat gently to maintain creaminess.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes (on low)
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 4.5 oz chicken with sauce)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 470 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 6 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 34 g
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg

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