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Ranch Chicken

A delightful crock pot recipe that blends tender chicken with ranch seasoning and creamy soup, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
  • 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) Optional but enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional) For garnish.
  • to taste fresh parsley for garnish (optional) For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. If using, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  2. Combine cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in the crockpot. Mix well.
  3. Add the seared (or raw) chicken breasts to the crockpot, ensuring they are coated in the sauce mixture.
Cooking
  1. Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Chicken should be cooked through and tender.
Finishing Touches
  1. After cooking, shred the chicken in the crockpot using two forks and stir it into the sauce.
  2. Stir in the sour cream until well combined.
  3. Optional: Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Serve over rice or noodles, in tacos, with vegetables, or on sandwiches. Allow storage in an airtight container for 3-4 days in the refrigerator or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat as needed.