Description
A creamy, flavorful comfort food made with tender chicken, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and cheddar cheese, all cooked together in the slow cooker for an easy, one-pot meal. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights and is sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of chicken soup
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Green onions, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Add Ingredients: Add the cream of chicken soup, softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, and chicken broth. Stir gently to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Once the chicken is cooked, shred it directly in the slow cooker using two forks. Stir to combine the chicken with the creamy mixture.
- Cook the Rice: In a separate pot, cook the rice according to the package instructions using 2 cups of water.
- Add Rice and Cheese: Add the cooked rice, shredded cheddar cheese, and frozen peas (if using) to the slow cooker. Stir everything together until well combined and heated through.
- Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions and serve warm.
Notes
- Peas: Frozen peas are optional, but they add a nice pop of color and flavor to the dish.
- Cheese: You can substitute shredded mozzarella or another cheese if you prefer.
- Make it Spicy: For a spicy twist, add some diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Rice Substitutes: You can use brown rice or even instant rice if preferred, but be mindful of cooking time adjustments for brown rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the recipe
- Calories: 480kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1100mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 85mg