Creamy Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken with Potatoes
A simple, comforting slow cooker recipe combining tender chicken breasts, creamy ranch sauce, and perfectly cooked baby potatoes for an easy and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours on low or 3 to 4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 10 minutes (low) or 3 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved or quartered
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup chicken broth, low sodium
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Rinse the chicken breasts and pat dry. Halve or quarter the baby potatoes so they cook evenly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning packet, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in chicken broth until smooth and creamy.
- Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Scatter potatoes evenly on top.
- Pour the creamy ranch mixture over the chicken and potatoes, coating them well.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until chicken reaches 165°F and potatoes are tender.
- Remove chicken breasts and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to slow cooker and stir gently to combine.
- Cook together for another 15 minutes on low to meld flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.
Notes
If sauce is too thin after cooking, remove lid and cook on high for 15-20 minutes to thicken. If too thick, add a splash more broth before serving. Keep slow cooker lid closed during cooking to retain moisture. Use uniform potato sizes for even cooking. Softening cream cheese before mixing ensures a smooth sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approxima
- Calories: 375
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 25
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
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