Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Chicken & Potatoes for Busy Nights
Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Chicken & Potatoes for Busy Nights is the ultimate comfort food that offers an effortless solution for hectic evenings. With just 15 minutes of prep, this dish combines tender chicken, creamy ranch sauce, and hearty potatoes to create a meal that delights both adults and kids alike. Perfect for family gatherings or meal prep, you can easily adjust ingredients based on your dietary needs. The slow cooker does all the work, allowing you to set it and forget it, while the rich flavors meld together beautifully. Enjoy a warm bowl of this cheesy goodness any night of the week!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 pound baby potatoes, halved
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 can cream of chicken soup (or cream of mushroom)
- 1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Wash and halve the baby potatoes. Trim excess fat from the chicken.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ranch seasoning, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Layer halved potatoes in the slow cooker; place chicken on top and pour the ranch mixture over everything.
- Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours until the chicken is tender.
- In the last 30 minutes, sprinkle cheese on top and cover until melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg