Dinner

Mouthwatering Creamy Ranch Chicken CrockPot Recipe

BySana Jeannette October 26, 2025October 26, 2025

Introduction

This Creamy Ranch Chicken made in the CrockPot is a simple and comforting dish that’s perfect for busy days. Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a flavorful ranch and cream sauce create a rich, savory meal your family will love.

The dish shows several pieces of golden-brown cooked chicken arranged closely in a white bowl. The chicken pieces are covered in a thick, creamy white sauce speckled with green herbs. On top, there is a layer of shredded bright orange cheese spread unevenly. The creamy sauce pools around the chicken, filling the bottom of the bowl, while the herbs add small dark green specks all over. The background is a white marbled texture. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 packet ranch seasoning mix

1 can (10.5 ounce) cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup chicken broth

1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil (optional for searing)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for garnish)
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)

Instructions

Step 1: Optional – Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for a few minutes on each side to lock in juices and enhance flavor. Then place the chicken in the slow cooker.

Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together cream of chicken soup, ranch seasoning mix, chicken broth, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth. Pour this sauce evenly over the chicken in the CrockPot.
Step 3: Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender enough to shred easily with a fork.
Step 4: When done, optionally sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and chopped fresh parsley on top. Serve warm with rice, mashed potatoes, or a fresh green salad.

Tips & Variations

Searing the chicken is optional but recommended to add depth of flavor.
Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter option.
Add chopped green onions or cooked bacon for extra texture and taste.

Serve over egg noodles or in a sandwich for a different meal variation.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop until warmed through. Avoid overcooking when reheating to keep the chicken tender.

How to Serve

The image shows a black slow cooker filled with seven pieces of cooked chicken breasts, each coated in a thick, creamy light yellow sauce. The sauce has visible melted cheddar cheese streaks in orange and is speckled with small green herbs scattered evenly on top. The chicken pieces have a browned, seared texture beneath the sauce, giving a slightly rough contrast under the smooth cream. The slow cooker sits on a white marbled surface, and the background is softly blurred. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen chicken breasts in this recipe?

Yes, you can use frozen chicken breasts; just increase the cooking time by about 1 to 2 hours on low or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.

Is this dish gluten-free?

It can be gluten-free if you use a gluten-free ranch seasoning mix and ensure the cream of chicken soup contains no gluten. Always check product labels to be sure.