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Crockpot Ranch Chicken (Easy Weeknight Recipe)

Published: Oct 1, 2021 Last Updated: Mar 29, 2022 by Marye 1662 words. | About 9 minutes to read this article.

Weekday dinner magic! Your whole family will be licking their plates when you serve this Crockpot Ranch chicken and vegetables slow cooked to tender perfection in a rich, creamy gravy! It's an easy one pot meal!
Total time 8 hours 5 minutes
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Check out these other yummy (and easy) slow cooker recipes. Next time try my Tex-Mex Fiesta Chicken!

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Crockpot ranch chicken is so quick and easy to throw together!!
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  • 🧾 Ingredients
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  • 🥄 Equipment
  • 🥫 Storage
  • 🎥 Video
  • 💭 Tips
  • 👩‍🍳 FAQs
  • 🍽️ Serve with
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe

  • Easy recipe with just 8 ingredients.
  • 4 quick steps to prep in less than 5 minutes. Throw in the slow cooker and go! Get dinner on the table with minimal effort!
  • It's easy to sneak extra veggies in (think peas, green beans, etc).

What's not to love about creamy comfort food that is so easy it's almost effortless?

Just toss the ingredients for this creamy Ranch chicken in your slow cooker and by dinnertime you'll have a delicious chicken stew with its own gravy!

The low and slow cooking time makes everything butter tender. Your family will be licking their plates, I promise.

🧾 Ingredients

Labeled ingredients for this recipe.
  • Use boneless skinless chicken thighs instead of the boneless skinless chicken breast
  • You can use other condensed soups such as cream of mushroom or cream of celery if desired.
  • I use chicken stock instead of chicken broth because it has more flavor but you can use whichever you prefer.
  • It's amazing how much flavor just the one Ranch packet adds! Use Ranch mix from the store or homemade Ranch dressing mix - whichever you prefer.

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  • boneless chicken
  • baby carrots
  • potatoes
  • Ranch dressing mix
  • cream of chicken soup
  • chicken stock

🔪 Instructions

Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The full instructions are in the green recipe card below.

How to make Ranch Chicken step by step.
  1. Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and part of the Ranch dressing mix.
  2. Add the vegetables to the slow cooker and place chicken breasts over the top.
  3. Mix the sauce ingredients.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours. See? Easy!

Oven and instant pot instructions are in the green recipe card below.

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Crockpot Ranch Chicken

🥄 Equipment

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You'll need the following items to make this recipe successfully.

  • Slow Cooker
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk

🥫 Storage

Crockpot Ranch chicken leftovers should be put in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated. Be sure to eat it up within 4 to 5 days or throw it out.

Freeze this dish for up to 3 months. The chicken freezes well but the potatoes do not. Remove them before freezing.

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💭 Tips

Expert Tip: No time for the crockpot? You can bake this ranch chicken recipe in the oven for 45 minutes or until it registers 160F on an insta-read thermometer. Let stand for 5 minutes to allow the temperature to come up to 165F. I'd cook the vegetables separately if you do it this way.

  • Spray the inside of the crockpot with cooking spray to make cleanup effortless.
  • Boneless pork chops instead of chicken are a great variation!
  • Use the condensed cream of chicken soup right out of the can - no need to add milk or water.
  • You can substitute cream of broccoli, cream of celery, or cream of mushroom soup for the cream of chicken.
  • You can add 8 ounces of cream cheese cut in squares to make it even richer and creamier. Stir it in before serving.
  • Crock pot Ranch chicken is even better the next day!
  • Chop up leftovers, add some milk, and warm it up for a delicious soup.
  • Leftovers freeze well if you remove the potatoes. They get a weird texture.
  • You can use a homemade dry ranch mix if you have it.
  • Leave the potatoes out and serve over rice or pasta.

👩‍🍳 FAQs

Here are the questions I am most frequently asked about this recipe.

Can I use frozen chicken breasts?

Chicken should always be fresh or thawed overnight in the refrigerator before slow cooking. Harmful bacteria can grow during the long cooking process when the chicken is frozen.

How long can creamy Ranch chicken be stored?

Store, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for 4 days or freezer for 3 months. If freezing remove the potatoes - they don't freeze well.

Can I use homemade cream of chicken soup?

Homemade soups tend to make this sauce watery. If you do use the homemade soup do not try to freeze this.

🍽️ Serve with

This creamy crockpot Ranch chicken recipe really is an all in one dinner that's perfect for those busy nights but if you've got a minute here are some great additions to the table -

  • Biscuits are always welcome at our house. They're a great way to sop up that gravy! These drop biscuits are especially easy.
  • Cinnamon apples add color and flavor to the table. Added bonus? They can sub for dessert!
  • Southern green beans are full of smoky bacon flavor.
  • And who could turn down a slice of Dutch apple pie for dessert? Not this girl.
Plate of creamy Ranch chicken ready to eat.
This is a family friendly, deliciously easy slow cooker chicken stew!

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  • Brown Sugar Chicken in Slow Cooker or Oven is definitely a family favorite. Garlicky-sweet-tangy glaze covers butter tender chicken breast. Delicious!
  • Pozole Verde which is a Mexican chicken soup you've gotta try!
  • You'll also want to try this authentic Cajun Chicken and Sausage Gumbo!
  • Here are more easy chicken recipes for the slow cooker.
  • Slow Cooker Root Beer Chicken
  • Crockpot Chicken and Gravy
  • Crockpot Smothered Chicken
  • Crockpot Green Beans and Ham

📞 The last word

After a long day there's nothing better than coming home to a delicious meal - especially one the whole family loves!

We're all so busy, and there's a lot of talk about self care but few of us give ourselves space to relax and just be. All in one main dishes like this, that cook themselves and are done in one pot, create the time we need to recharge.

Enjoy this easy weeknight dinner and then the evening off - you deserve it. I don't know about you but I need an easy slow cooker recipe in my life now and then.

Crockpot Ranch Chicken was a huge hit with my family - I hope it will be with yours as well. Next time try the crockpot smothered chicken and mushrooms or the creamy angel chicken... it's WOW!

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If you love this recipe please give it 5 stars! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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Weekday dinner magic! Your whole family will be licking their plates when you serve this Crockpot Ranch chicken and vegetables slow cooked to tender perfection in a rich, creamy gravy! It's an easy one pot meal!
Course dinner
Cuisine American - Southern
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 5 minutes
Servings:8
Calories:302
Author:Marye Audet-White
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Equipment Needed

  • Slow Cooker

Ingredients

  • 24 ounces tiny red potatoes, or Yukon Gold
  • 16 ounces baby carrots
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, or thighs
  • 21.5 ounces cream of chicken soup, 2-10.5 ounce cans
  • ½ cup chicken stock
  • 4 ounces chopped chiles
  • 1 ounce Ranch seasoning mix

Instructions

  • Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and a tablespoon of the Ranch dressing mix.
  • Add the washed baby potatoes and carrots to the slow cooker.
  • Top with the seasoned chicken.
  • Blend the cream of chicken soup, chicken stock, chiles, and remaining Ranch dressing mix until smooth.
  • Pour over the chicken and vegetables.
  • Cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours.
  • Shred the chicken or break it into chunks with a fork before serving.

Instant Pot

  • Follow instructions 1-5 above.
  • Place the lid on top of the Instant Pot and set the valve on top to seal.
  • Press the "MANUAL" button and set the timer for 16 minutes.
  • When the Instant Pot is finished cooking, do a "quick release" of the pressure.
  • Remove the chicken and vegetables to a serving dish.

Oven

  • Preheat the oven to 350F
  • Grease a 13x9-inch pan
  • Follow the instructions for seasoning the chicken.
  • Put chicken in a layer in the 13x9-inch pan.
  • Mix the sauce and pour over the chicken.
  • Bake for 35-40 minutes or until chicken registers 160F on an insta-read thermometer.
  • Cook the vegetables separately while the chicken is in the oven.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes to allow the temperature to come up to 165F.

Notes

Expert Tip: You can bake this in the oven for 45 minutes or until the chicken is 160F on an insta-read thermometer. Let stand for 5 minutes to allow the temperature to come up to 165F. I'd cook the vegetables separately if you do it this way.
  • Boneless pork chops instead of chicken are a great variation on this dish!
  • Use the condensed cream of chicken soup right out of the can - no need to add milk or water.
  • You can substitute cream of mushroom, cream of celery, or cream of broccoli soup for the cream of chicken.
  • You can add 8 ounces of cream cheese cut in squares to make it even richer and creamier. Stir it in before serving.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator, tightly covered, for 2-3 days.
  • Leftovers freeze well.
  • Leave the potatoes out and serve over rice or pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 302kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 1050mg | Potassium: 965mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 7991IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 2mg

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    First published September 17, 2020. Last updated October 1, 2021 for editorial changes.

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    Comments

    1. Lisa

      April 13, 2022 at 7:55 pm

      3 stars
      It was ok. It just tasted like chicken cooked in cream of chicken soup. Didn't even taste the ranch. Will tweak when I make it again.

      Reply
    2. Heather

      March 29, 2022 at 6:50 am

      How would I adjust the time if I use chicken thighs?

      Reply
      • Marye

        March 29, 2022 at 8:00 am

        It would be the same.

    3. Samantha

      March 28, 2022 at 10:15 am

      Could I use frozen chicken? Or is it best if I use thawed chicken breast?

      Reply
      • Marye

        March 28, 2022 at 4:29 pm

        Yes you can use frozen chicken - just give it a bit more time to cook. Maybe figure 9-10 hours on low.

    4. Jessica

      January 30, 2022 at 9:22 am

      Can I use rotisserie chicken to
      Cut down on the cook time?

      Reply
      • Marye

        January 30, 2022 at 11:31 am

        I don't think the vegetables would get done?

    5. Nellie

      January 02, 2022 at 4:45 pm

      What is a serving size?

      Reply
      • Marye

        January 04, 2022 at 7:09 pm

        I don't usually measure - but 1/8 of the recipe.

    6. Christina

      November 16, 2021 at 8:52 am

      Can this be made without the chili’s? Would you substitute something else if chilis are not on hand in kitchen? Thanks!

      Reply
      • Marye

        November 16, 2021 at 10:56 am

        yes it can - and I'd just leave them out...

    7. Tery Mckinney

      October 21, 2021 at 7:13 am

      5 stars
      I made this recipe the day it was delicious. Will do it again.

      Reply
    8. Zula

      October 08, 2021 at 1:59 pm

      Sounds really good! What temp do you bake it in the oven if you aren’t using the slow cooker?

      Reply
      • Zula

        October 08, 2021 at 2:05 pm

        Hi I just saw it says right there 350.

    9. NANCY A.

      September 19, 2020 at 11:49 am

      This recipe looks Amazing!! I can taste it now. However, due to my husband’s health I need to substitute some of the ingredients to lower the carbs and salt. Can you recommend some substitutes that would allow me to fix this wonderful recipe and have it still taste as good as it sounds?

      Reply
      • Marye

        September 19, 2020 at 4:11 pm

        Hi Nancy,
        So I'd use low sodium or homemade chicken stock, low sodium cream of chicken soup, and you'll probably need to mix your own ranch dressing mix - leaving out the salt. If you Google homemade ranch dressing mix you should be able to find a recipe. You can substitute broccoli and/ or cauliflower for the carrots and potatoes. You could use a homemade thick white sauce instead of the soup but I'm, afraid it would break and separate in the slow cooker during the long cooking time.

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