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Slow Cooker Cheesy Ranch Chicken and Potatoes

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This easy, comforting slow cooker dinner features juicy chicken, tender potatoes, creamy ranch sauce, and gooey melted cheese. It’s a family-friendly, dump-and-go meal perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4 large breasts), cut into 2-inch chunks
  • 2 pounds Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch chunks (about 4–5 medium potatoes)
  • 1 ounce ranch seasoning mix (1 packet or 3 tablespoons homemade)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (about 8 ounces)
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed and softened
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley or chives, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and chop potatoes into 1-inch cubes. Leave skins on for extra fiber or peel if preferred.
  2. Cube cream cheese and let it soften at room temperature.
  3. Cut chicken breasts into large 2-inch chunks.
  4. Add chopped potatoes to the slow cooker. Sprinkle with half the ranch seasoning and half each of the garlic and onion powders. Toss to coat.
  5. Arrange chicken pieces over the potatoes. Sprinkle with the remaining ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
  6. Scatter cubed cream cheese over the chicken. Pour chicken broth around the sides of the slow cooker. Dot with butter.
  7. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until potatoes are tender and chicken is cooked through.
  8. About 15 minutes before serving, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top. Cover and let melt.
  9. Gently stir, taste, and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
  10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley or chives if desired.

Notes

For a lower-carb version, swap potatoes for cauliflower florets (add halfway through cooking). Use thighs for juicier chicken or try different cheeses for variety. Add veggies like green beans or broccoli in the last hour for a complete meal. Always check ranch seasoning and broth for gluten if needed. Let leftovers cool before freezing; reheat gently with a splash of broth or milk.

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Keywords: slow cooker, crockpot, cheesy ranch chicken, potatoes, family dinner, comfort food, easy dinner, dump and go, gluten-free, chicken recipe

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