Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken
If you’re craving a no-fail slow cooker chicken recipe that delivers maximum comfort with minimal effort, this Slow Cooker Creamy Ranch Chicken is exactly what you need. Made with pantry staples like ranch seasoning, cream cheese, and condensed soup, this dish creates tender, juicy shredded chicken wrapped in a rich, velvety ranch sauce all without standing over the stove.
This recipe is a lifesaver for busy weeknights, family dinners, and meal prep. Just mix one creamy sauce, pour it over raw chicken in the crockpot, and let the slow cooker do all the work. Hours later, you’ll have a cozy, kid-friendly comfort meal that tastes like you cooked all day.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
Easy slow cooker meal dump, stir, and walk away
Ultra-creamy ranch flavor with no complicated steps
Perfect for meal prep and leftovers
Versatile shredded chicken for bowls, sandwiches, wraps, or pasta
Budget-friendly ingredients you probably already have
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 4–5 hours (LOW)
Ingredients:
2 to 2½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 (10.5-oz) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (8-oz) block cream cheese, cubed
1 (1-oz) packet dry ranch seasoning mix
½ cup low-sodium chicken broth or water
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon butter (optional, for extra richness)
Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Place the raw chicken in an even layer in the bottom of your slow cooker.
In a bowl, stir together the cream of chicken soup, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until mostly smooth.
Pour the creamy ranch mixture over the chicken, spreading it evenly. Dot with butter if using.
Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours or HIGH for 2½–3 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreddable.
Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, then return it to the slow cooker.
Stir well to coat the chicken in the creamy ranch sauce. Let rest on WARM for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Serving Ideas:
Spoon over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles
Pile onto toasted sandwich rolls for creamy ranch chicken sliders
Wrap in tortillas for easy ranch chicken wraps
Serve with steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad for balance
Tips & Variations:
Use chicken thighs for extra juicy result
Lighten it up with reduced-fat cream cheese
Add frozen veggies during the last 30 minutes for a one-pot meal
Great for freezer meals and reheats beautifully
