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Creamy crockpot cream cheese chicken garnished with fresh herbs in a slow cooker.

Creamy Ranch Crockpot Chicken

This creamy ranch crockpot chicken recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked with cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and a blend of spices, resulting in a flavorful and easy-to-prepare meal. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 block cream cheese 8-ounce, softened
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth or stock
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning 1-ounce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste (optional)

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Forks

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Place the chicken breasts in a single layer at the bottom of your slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and ranch seasoning over the chicken.
  3. Cut the softened cream cheese into chunks and distribute them over the chicken.
  4. Pour the chicken broth around the chicken.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours until the chicken is tender.
  6. Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker with two forks and stir until coated in the creamy sauce.

Notes

This versatile chicken base can be used for various dinner ideas, such as sandwiches, wraps, or served over rice or pasta.