Creamy Crock Pot Chicken (Print-Friendly Version)
Slow-cooked chicken breasts in a creamy ranch sauce, perfect for an easy, satisfying meal.
# Ingredients List:
→ Poultry
01 -
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Seasonings and Sauces
02 -
28 g dry ranch seasoning mix
03 -
298 ml canned cream of chicken soup
04 -
120 ml chicken broth
05 -
½ tsp garlic powder (approximately 1 g)
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½ tsp onion powder (approximately 1 g)
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¼ tsp ground black pepper (approximately 0.5 g)
08 -
120 g sour cream
→ Oils and Dairy (optional)
09 -
15 ml olive oil (optional, for searing)
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113 g shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
→ Garnish
11 -
Fresh parsley, to garnish
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
01 -
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken breasts for 2 to 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
02 -
Combine cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in the slow cooker, whisking until smooth.
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Add chicken breasts to the sauce, turning to coat evenly. Cover and cook on low heat for 6 to 7 hours or on high heat for 3 to 4 hours.
04 -
Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks until fully shredded.
05 -
Stir sour cream into the shredded chicken and sauce until smooth and creamy.
06 -
Serve hot over rice, potatoes, or noodles. Optionally garnish with shredded cheddar cheese and fresh parsley.
# Helpful Hints:
01 -
Searing the chicken enhances flavor but can be omitted for convenience.
02 -
Pair with mashed potatoes, rice, or pasta for a complete meal.
03 -
Adjust seasoning quantities according to taste preferences.