Crockpot Ranch Chicken and Potatoes
Crockpot Ranch Chicken and Potatoes is a simple, flavorful dinner perfect for busy days. With tender chicken, creamy potatoes, and the savory kick of ranch seasoning, this slow-cooked comfort meal will become a family favorite. It’s easy to prepare, packed with protein and delicious flavors, and requires minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb baby potatoes halved or quartered
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional
1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika optional
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Wash and halve the baby potatoes. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Layer in Crockpot: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot, followed by the baby potatoes. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix evenly over the top.
- Mix and Pour: Whisk together chicken broth and softened cream cheese in a bowl until smooth. Pour this mixture over the chicken and potatoes.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked (165°F internal temperature) and the potatoes are tender.
- Add Parmesan: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top during the last 15 minutes of cooking for a rich, cheesy finish.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or chives and serve hot. Spoon the creamy sauce over each serving for extra flavor.