Crock Pot Chicken Ranch Potatoes

Crock Pot Chicken Ranch Potatoes

This Crock Pot Chicken Ranch Potatoes recipe is a creamy and hearty meal, which uses boneless chicken breasts and Russet potatoes. It’s a straightforward recipe, ready in about 8 hours and 10 minutes, and makes the perfect weeknight dinner.

Crock Pot Chicken Ranch Potatoes Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 Russet potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 cups baby carrots
  • 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (10 oz can)
  • 1 cup milk

How To Make Crock Pot Chicken Ranch Potatoes

  1. Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, and ranch dressing mix.
  2. Layer the crock pot: Place the chicken, potatoes, and carrots into the crock pot.
  3. Add the sauce: Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the top of the ingredients in the crock pot.
  4. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours, until the chicken is fully cooked and vegetables are tender.
  5. Serve: Dish out the chicken, potatoes, and carrots, and spoon the sauce over the top before serving.
Crock Pot Chicken Ranch Potatoes
Crock Pot Chicken Ranch Potatoes

Recipe Tips

  • Can I use a different soup? Yes, cream of mushroom or cream of celery soup are good alternatives.
  • Can I prep this the night before? Absolutely. Assemble everything in the crock pot insert, refrigerate overnight, then start cooking in the morning.
  • How to tell if chicken is done: The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F and shred easily with a fork.
  • Can I use frozen chicken? It’s best to use thawed chicken for even cooking, but you can use frozen—just adjust the cook time slightly.
  • Can I swap the carrots? Yes, 3 regular carrots (peeled and cut into chunks) can replace baby carrots.

What To Serve With Crock Pot Chicken Ranch Potatoes

This dish pairs well with simple sides for a complete meal:

  • Steamed green beans
  • Garlic bread
  • Side salad with ranch dressing
  • Roasted Brussels sprouts
  • Buttery corn on the cob

How To Store Chicken Ranch Potatoes

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Freeze: You can freeze in a sealed container for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.

Chicken Ranch Potatoes Nutrition Facts

  • Calories: 297
  • Carbohydrates: 37g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 56mg
  • Sodium: 852mg
  • Potassium: 1051mg
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Vitamin A: 6066IU
  • Vitamin C: 10mg
  • Calcium: 89mg
  • Iron: 2mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I cook this on high instead of low?
Yes, cook on high for 3–4 hours if you’re short on time.

How to make it spicier?
Add red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to the sauce mixture for extra heat.

Why is my chicken dry?
Overcooking can dry it out. Check doneness early and use a meat thermometer.

Can I add cheese?
Yes, sprinkle shredded cheese over the top in the last 15 minutes of cooking.

Can I use chicken thighs instead?
Absolutely, boneless thighs work well and add more flavor.

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Crock Pot Chicken Ranch Potatoes

Recipe by Robert Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

6

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

8

hours 
Calories

297

kcal

A creamy and comforting chicken and potato dinner made right in the slow cooker.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts

  • 4 Russet potatoes, cut into 2-inch pieces

  • 2 cups baby carrots

  • 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix

  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (10 oz can)

  • 1 cup milk

Directions

  • Whisk together the cream of chicken soup, milk, and ranch dressing mix in a small bowl.
  • Place the chicken, potatoes, and carrots into the crock pot.
  • Pour the sauce over everything in the crock pot.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6–8 hours or on high for 3–4 hours.
  • Serve hot with sauce spooned over the top.