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Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Chicken & Potatoes

Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Chicken & Potatoes for Cozy Nights

This Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Chicken & Potatoes combines tender chicken and buttery potatoes in a creamy ranch sauce, perfect for cozy dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Can substitute with chickpeas or tofu for vegetarian version.
For the Potatoes
  • 1.5 pounds Baby potatoes Red or fingerling potatoes can be used.
For the Sauce
  • 1 package Ranch seasoning mix Homemade ranch seasoning can be used.
  • 10.5 ounces Cream of chicken soup Can swap for cream of mushroom soup.
  • 1 cup Chicken broth Vegetable broth can be used for gluten-free option.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder Fresh garlic is a great alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder Sautéed fresh onions can enhance the dish.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese Mozzarella or dairy-free cheese can be used.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.

Equipment

  • slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Slow Cooker: Lightly spray your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Layer the Potatoes: Halve baby potatoes and arrange them in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  3. Season the Chicken: Rub chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, and place it on top of the potatoes.
  4. Mix the Sauce: Combine ranch seasoning mix, cream of chicken soup, and chicken broth in a bowl until smooth.
  5. Pour the Sauce: Pour the prepared ranch sauce evenly over the chicken and potatoes.
  6. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is 165°F and potatoes are tender.
  7. Add the Cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle cheese on top and cover to melt.
  8. Serve and Garnish: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 1050mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Adjust cooking time for frozen chicken to 8-10 hours on low.

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