Description
Hearty Crock Pot Ranch Chicken Sandwiches deliver comfort and flavor straight from your slow cooker. Tender chicken infused with zesty ranch seasoning promises a delightful meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
Sandwich Components:
- 8 sandwich rolls or hamburger buns
- 2 tbsp butter (softened)
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup cream cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in the crock pot, creating a single layer at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle ranch seasoning mix evenly over the chicken, ensuring complete coverage.
- Pour chicken broth around the chicken pieces to help maintain moisture during cooking.
- Cover and cook on low heat for 6-7 hours, or until chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove chicken from the crock pot and shred using two forks, discarding any visible fat.
- Blend cream cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper into the cooking liquid until smooth and creamy.
- Return shredded chicken to the crock pot and mix with the sauce, allowing it to absorb the flavors.
- Warm the sandwich rolls or hamburger buns and spread softened butter on each side.
- Generously pile the ranch-seasoned chicken onto the prepared rolls.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and added freshness.
- Serve immediately while the chicken is warm and the rolls are soft.
Notes
- Choose lean chicken breasts for a healthier protein option without sacrificing flavor.
- Rinse chicken before seasoning to remove any excess moisture and ensure better ranch mix adherence.
- For gluten-free version, replace ranch seasoning mix with homemade spice blend using dried herbs like dill, parsley, and garlic powder.
- Keep leftover chicken in an airtight container for up to 3 days, reheating gently to maintain moisture and prevent dryness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg