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Crock Pot Ranch Chicken Recipe Only Four Ingredients

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There is no joking about this; you need this Crock Pot Ranch Chicken in your meal planning rotation!  This recipe has only ingredients and is easy to make since there are no steps! This is one of those recipes I make year-round on busy soccer nights, school nights, and even days when we just get swamped running errands.

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Now I know I am not the only mom that loves those dump-it-and-let-it-cook dinners.  This can be made with frozen or fresh chicken; if you make too much, the leftovers are perfect for another dinner or lunch.  If you can’t tell, my favorite part of the Crockpot Ranch Chicken is being able to plop the ingredients in the Crockpot and have the meal ready for a busy night with no extra effort.

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I have a collection of crockpots as well as recipes. I love my 8-quart crockpot the most. The name of my game is to make the most food at a time and have leftovers. This will also work in a 6-quart crockpot reasonably easily.

Crockpot Ranch Chicken Ingredients:

  • Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts– You could use thighs, but the mixture will be greaser from the fat of the chicken. And bone-in chicken, but you must pick off the meat from the bone and be careful of bones falling into the mixture.
  • Cream of Chicken Soup– I have also made this with cream of potato before. You can use cream of mushroom, but that is not one my family likes.
  • Milk
  • Salt
  • Pepper  
  • Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning– You can use packets or dry ranch seasoning from a container to make this. I have a container of dry ranch seasoning because of how much we use.

How To Make slow cooker Ranch Chicken:

Turn your crockpot on low.

Spray Crockpot with a non-stick spray or line with a crockpot liner; trust me this step makes cleanup a breeze.

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Mix the cream of chicken, milk, ranch powder, salt, and pepper together in the crockpot.  

I use a one-to-one ratio for milk and soup. I use a can of soup paired with milk, depending on how much chicken I make. Let the mixture sit for about 30 minutes on low.

Milk with ranch seasoning and cream of chicken in crockpot before mixing

Place chicken breast in the mixture and leave on low for 3-6 hours; this cooking time depends on how hot or fast your slow cooker cooks.

Crock Pot Ranch Chicken in crockpot cooking

Be sure to use a meat thermometer to ensure the meat is cooked all the way through, and your breasts will fall apart when they are done.

8 quart crockpot by rice cooker on counter

I also take easy dinner to the next level and serve this up with rice from a rice cooker!! I mean, is there a better sight than two appliances making your dinner with little effort?

Crock Pot Ranch Chicken served over white rice on a white plate

What is your favorite Crock-Pot chicken recipe?? We also make Ranch Chicken on the stove (See recipe -> here)

How To Store Leftover Crockpot Ranch Chicken

Store in the fridge in an airtight container for three days.

I have not frozen this before, but If you are to freeze it, make sure there is plenty of sauce with the chicken in the air-tight container, which is thawed before reheating.

What To Serve With Crock Pot Ranch Chicken

  • Over Egg Noodles
  • Over Rice
  • Green Salad
  • Cheesy Monkey Bread
  • Shredded into a casserole

Recipes Using Ranch Seasoning

Ranch seasoning is one of those seasonings that are versatile and that kids love! Works perfectly in main dishes and side dishes.

  • Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad
  • Stove Top Ranch Chicken
  • Oven Baked Pork Chops
  • Weight Watchers Ranch Chicken
  • Crockpot Ranch Chicken
  • Instant Pot Ranch Chicken

Crockpot Recipes To Check Out

Crockpots are versatile and perfect for making meals without much work or effort. I use mine constantly! Below are some of my favorite collections of recipes I’ve made in my kitchen. Slow Cooker recipes are an easy way to get dinner on the table.

  • Chicken Crockpot Recipes
  • Crockpot Soup Recipes
  • Weeknight Dinner Recipes
  • Ground Beef Crockpot Dinners
  • Crockpot Cinnamon Rolls

Check out my 2 Ingredient Desserts, perfect for making all year!

  • Cake Mix Cookies
  • Peanut Butter Dessert
  • Homemade Peanut Butter Cups
  • Ice Cream Floats
  • Potluck Desserts
  • Easy Peanut Butter Pie
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Frosting
  • Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
  • Triple Chocolate Bundt Cake
Crock Pot Ranch Chicken an easy dinner to make up and frugal as well! Perfect for busy weeknights with little prep or effort to get dinner on the table!
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Crock Pot Ranch Chicken

Crock Pot Ranch Chicken an easy dinner to make up and frugal as well! Perfect for busy weeknights with little prep or effort to get dinner on the table!  

Course Entree
Cuisine Crock Pot
Keyword Chicken, crockpot, Ranch
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings 8 Servings
Calories 160 kcal
Author Jenny

Ingredients

  • 5 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 32.5 32.5 Cream of Chicken Soup
  • 32.5 32.5 Milk
  • 7.5 Ounce Dry Ranch Mix

Instructions

  1. Turn Crock Pot on low
  2. Spray Crock Pot with spray
  3. Mix the cream of chicken, ranch, and milk together. I use a one to one ration for the milk and soup. Depending on how much chicken I am making I use a can of soup paired with a can of milk. Let the mixture sit for about 15-30 minutes on low.

  4. Place chicken breast in mixture and leave on low for 3-6 hours depending on how fast your crock pot cooks.
Nutrition Facts
Crock Pot Ranch Chicken
Amount Per Serving (8 g)
Calories 160 Calories from Fat 18
% Daily Value*
Fat 2g3%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Trans Fat 0.01g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat 1g
Cholesterol 46mg15%
Sodium 2105mg92%
Potassium 269mg8%
Carbohydrates 15g5%
Sugar 0.2g0%
Protein 15g30%
Vitamin A 35IU1%
Vitamin C 1mg1%
Calcium 9mg1%
Iron 0.3mg2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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  1. Rona Berry-Morin says

    October 12, 2014 at 6:48 PM

    I’m definitely going to be adding this recipe to my menu plan this week!

    Reply
  2. Cheryl says

    December 28, 2014 at 3:20 AM

    ummmmm, sounds yummy, but where is the Hidden Valley introduced? mixed w/milk & soup or as a coating?

    Reply
    • Jenny says

      December 28, 2014 at 4:16 PM

      Added it into the recipe. In with the milk and soup combo. Thank you for pointing that out!

      Reply
      • Crystal says

        March 26, 2018 at 12:08 PM

        Your cook time says 3-6 hours, that’s quite a span! How long would you say it took for your 8 qt? I also have an 8 qt. Thanks

        Reply
        • Jenny says

          March 26, 2018 at 2:29 PM

          Alot of the variation in cook time is frozen meat vs thawed meat and knowing how your slow cooker cooks. Mine cooks a bit hot so I normally ended up at about the 4 1/2 hour range. Hope that helps.

          Reply
    • Christi says

      October 14, 2021 at 5:15 AM

      Mix the ranch seasoning packet with the soup and milk then add chicken

      Reply
  3. Jaime says

    April 28, 2015 at 7:08 AM

    Have you ever tried it with the chicken starting out as frozen? Do u recommend a cooking time if they are frozen to begin with?

    Reply
    • Jenny says

      April 28, 2015 at 1:19 PM

      I have a girlfriend who has and says it takes about a bit longer, she only cooks with frozen chicken in the crock pot. I would be sure to make you keep an eye on them and double check the temperature when you think they are done.

      Reply
      • Claudette Null says

        April 4, 2023 at 5:17 AM

        What’s the green season ing on the chicken?

        Reply
  4. Michelle says

    May 1, 2015 at 9:12 AM

    For your chicken ranch crock pot recipe how many chicken breasts should I use. Obviously I’m not a good guesser 🙂 thanks!!

    Reply
    • Kristina Adams says

      May 5, 2015 at 10:01 AM

      I was wondering the same thing. I only have a little crock pot for basically a couple servings. So I was figuring 1 of everything to make it for one person. I like that this is so simple. Will definitely have to try it soon.

      Reply
      • Christi says

        October 14, 2021 at 5:16 AM

        The recipe says 5 boneless skinless chicken breast.

        Reply
    • Jenny says

      May 6, 2015 at 8:41 AM

      I do about 2-3 chicken breasts in the crock pot depending on their size.

      Reply
  5. dee says

    May 5, 2015 at 12:18 PM

    When do you shredded the chicken

    Reply
    • Jenny says

      May 6, 2015 at 8:39 AM

      I make mine in my crock pot in bulk and freeze it out. I put the directions to it in this post -> https://cookeatgo.com/crock-pot-shredded-chicken/ hope that helps!!

      Reply
    • Jenny says

      May 6, 2015 at 8:43 AM

      I just realized I responded with the wrong answer!! When you pull the chicken breast from the crock pot mine comes apart easy and we normally just squish it with a fork and it instantly shreds.

      Reply
      • dee says

        May 7, 2015 at 8:57 AM

        Thanks I’m going to make this tonight thanks a lot

        Reply
  6. Heaven says

    August 3, 2015 at 9:01 AM

    Sounds wonderfully easy and fast!

    Reply
  7. Rhonda says

    August 7, 2015 at 6:41 PM

    Sounds like a wonderful recipe! Pinning this one for later! Thanks for sharing it! ~Rhonda

    Reply
    • Jenny says

      August 12, 2015 at 11:36 AM

      Let me know what you think! It was delicious!

      Reply
  8. Made From Pinterest says

    August 11, 2015 at 9:46 PM

    Yum! This looks absolutely delicious! I am going to make this as soon as possible! Keep posting great stuff like this… I will absolutely be returning! So good! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Jenny says

      August 12, 2015 at 11:45 AM

      It’s delicious and easy to make up! Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
  9. Joan Merrell says

    August 13, 2015 at 12:25 PM

    This is the type of recipe I love! Quick, just a few ingredients, and tasty. I am going to add this to my list of crockpot recipes. I love to use my crockpot for chicken recipes … well, for just about anything tasty and easy.

    Reply
    • Jenny says

      August 13, 2015 at 7:53 PM

      It’s a recipe all three of my kids will eat!

      Reply
  10. Lisa says

    October 25, 2015 at 9:12 AM

    Can I make this with chicken breast strips ? I have been searching for a good recipe to use ranch seasoning mix in , and to use my crock pot 🙂 It look very yummy I can’t wait to try it !

    Reply
    • Jenny says

      October 26, 2015 at 7:44 AM

      I think it would work they would just cook faster. It is one of our favorites!

      Reply
  11. Lynn says

    February 7, 2016 at 10:53 AM

    Do you use the whole packet of ranch?

    Reply
    • Jenny says

      February 7, 2016 at 5:56 PM

      Yes you do. Or measure out the amount out of a large container of the ranch seasoning for a packet.

      Reply
      • Crystal says

        March 26, 2018 at 12:13 PM

        1 packet of ranch or 3?

        Reply
        • Jenny says

          March 26, 2018 at 2:28 PM

          1 packet of ranch seasoning.

          Reply
          • Chris says

            February 18, 2019 at 10:59 AM

            4 stars
            The recipe says 3 packets. I’m so glad I read the comments.

  12. Sara Campbell says

    May 30, 2017 at 2:31 PM

    What kind of milk is used? Evaporated milk? I ask because that is the only canned milk I can think of.

    Reply
    • Jenny says

      May 30, 2017 at 2:45 PM

      I used 2% milk I just used the cans to measure it. I will edit it to say that.

      Reply
      • Shana says

        October 21, 2022 at 7:46 AM

        what size cans did you use?

        Reply
      • Shana says

        October 21, 2022 at 7:47 AM

        the cream of chicken cans?

        Reply
        • Jenny says

          October 31, 2022 at 8:09 AM

          I used the 10.5 ounce can of Cream of Chicken

          Reply
  13. Sandra L Garth says

    June 8, 2017 at 11:44 AM

    Chicken and rice is always a favorite around here!

    Reply
  14. Jaclyn Anne says

    October 4, 2017 at 5:59 PM

    Crock pot recipes are the best, I can’t wait to try this one! I love ranch, so I am sure I will love it!

    Reply
  15. Jenny says

    May 17, 2019 at 1:40 PM

    I’ve updated the printable to say 3 cans of soup. Thank you for pointing out the typo.

    Reply
  16. Michelle says

    July 22, 2019 at 9:32 AM

    Can this recipe be prepped and frozen for cooking in the crockpot later?

    Reply
  17. Tammy Veltri says

    January 12, 2020 at 12:26 PM

    5 stars
    Made today for our dinner. I used 2 frozen half chicken breasts, 1 can of soup, 1 can of milk and 1 packet of ranch. 4 hours on low. Delicious! Will definitely make again. So easy.

    Reply
  18. Helen says

    January 17, 2021 at 10:29 AM

    Way Way to much salt. I put a potatoe in it to soak up some salt. Had open heart surgery and high blood pressure I do not recommend with health problems. But it smelt delicous.

    Reply
    • Christi says

      October 14, 2021 at 5:21 AM

      The good thing about recipes is you can alter them to your needs. You don’t have to use salt. Also look for reduced sodium when choosing the cream of chicken. And you can use less ranch seasoning if needed.

      Reply
  19. Dawn Collins says

    November 15, 2021 at 5:14 AM

    Can you use liquid ranch dressing if you don’t have the dry?

    Reply
    • Jenny says

      November 17, 2021 at 9:16 AM

      I wouldn’t, maybe mix some in at the end but I am not sure how it would do in the heat that long.

      Reply
  20. Kathy says

    December 27, 2021 at 9:01 AM

    Just ran across this recipe in my saved pages. Just trying to clarify in my mind, when you say 5 chicken breasts, do you mean a whole breast or a split chicken breast? Sometimes they seem to be used interchangeably.

    Reply
    • Jenny says

      December 28, 2021 at 3:44 PM

      I use boneless breasts so 5 breasts out of a package of fresh breasts.

      Reply

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