Ranch Chicken
A simple and delicious Ranch Chicken dish made in a crock pot, perfect for busy days. Tender chicken with creamy ranch flavor.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 10.5 oz can of cream of chicken soup
- 0.5 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil optional for searing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese optional
- to taste Fresh parsley for garnish optional
Instructions
Preparation
- If desired, heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sear the chicken breasts on both sides until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes per side). This step is optional but adds extra flavor.
- In the crockpot, add the cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- Place the chicken breasts into the crockpot and coat them with the sauce mixture.
Cooking
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken with two forks and stir it into the creamy sauce.
- Stir in sour cream for extra creaminess and flavor. Garnish with shredded cheese and parsley, if desired.
Notes
To store leftovers, let the chicken cool completely and then place it in an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it for up to 3 months. Just be sure to thaw in the fridge before reheating.