3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken Tenderloins
This 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken Tenderloins is the ultimate easy crockpot chicken recipe for busy weeknights. Made with frozen chicken tenderloins, creamy condensed chicken soup, and ranch seasoning, this comforting meal requires just minutes of prep before your slow cooker does all the work. The result is juicy, tender chicken coated in a rich, creamy ranch sauce that’s perfect over rice, mashed potatoes, or egg noodles.
Whether you’re feeding a busy family or looking for a simple dump-and-go dinner, this slow cooker ranch chicken is guaranteed to become a regular favorite.
Benefits of This Recipe
- Only 3 simple ingredients.
- Perfect dump-and-go slow cooker meal.
- No need to thaw the chicken.
- Rich, creamy, and packed with ranch flavor.
- Family-friendly comfort food everyone loves.
- Great for busy weeknights and meal prep.
- Budget-friendly recipe using pantry staples.
- Delicious served over rice, noodles, or mashed potatoes.
- Easy to customize with vegetables or cheese.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day.
Ingredients
Servings: 6
- 2 pounds frozen chicken tenderloins
- 2 (10.5-ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
- 1 (1-ounce) packet ranch seasoning mix
Instructions
- Arrange the frozen chicken tenderloins evenly in the bottom of a 4 to 6-quart slow cooker.
- In a bowl, combine the condensed cream of chicken soup with the ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Pour the mixture evenly over the chicken, making sure every piece is coated. Do not add water.
- Cover and cook:
- LOW: 5–6 hours
- HIGH: 2½–3½ hours
- Check that the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Shred the chicken with two forks or leave the tenderloins whole.
- Stir everything together until coated in the creamy ranch sauce and serve hot.
Serving Suggestions
Serve over:
- Mashed potatoes
- White or brown rice
- Egg noodles
- Buttered pasta
- Biscuits
- Steamed vegetables
Variations
- Add frozen peas, carrots, broccoli, or mixed vegetables.
- Replace one can of cream of chicken soup with cream of mushroom or cream of celery.
- Stir in cream cheese at the end for an extra creamy sauce.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the chicken before serving.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Freeze for up to 3 months and thaw overnight before reheating.
