Effortless High Protein Crockpot Chicken
Craving a delicious, healthy, and incredibly easy dinner? Look no further! This High Protein Crockpot Chicken recipe is a total game-changer for busy weeknights. Forget slaving over a hot stove – just toss a few ingredients into your crockpot, set it, and forget it. This recipe results in juicy, tender chicken that's perfect for everything from tacos to salads. Get ready to enjoy a family-friendly meal that's as satisfying as it is simple. Seriously, this will become a staple in your household!
Equipment
- Crockpot
- Cooking Spray
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 can (10.75 oz) Cream of Chicken Soup can substitute with cream of mushroom or celery for a different flavor
- 1 packet Ranch Dressing Mix
- 1/2 cup Chicken Broth or water
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Lightly spray the inside of your crockpot with cooking spray. This helps to prevent the chicken from sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
- Add Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot. Make sure they are evenly distributed for even cooking.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, ranch dressing mix, chicken broth, garlic powder, and onion powder. This ensures even distribution of flavors.
- Pour Sauce: Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are mostly covered.
- Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remember to be mindful of the salt content in the ranch dressing mix.
- Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with a fork. Cooking time can vary depending on your crockpot.
- Shred: Once the chicken is cooked, use two forks to shred it directly in the crockpot.
- Serve: Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
To make this recipe even easier, use pre-shredded rotisserie chicken! Just stir it in with the sauce during the last 30 minutes of cooking. Remember using high quality ranch seasoning is important! For easier shredding, use an electric hand mixer on low inside the crockpot!