3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken

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🍗 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken

📌 Description

This 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Chicken is a rich, creamy, and comforting dish that requires minimal effort and ingredients. Perfect for busy days, this recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken in a smooth cream cheese sauce. It pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, mashed potatoes, or even low-carb options like cauliflower rice.

⏱️ Time & Yield

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes

  • Cook Time: 4–6 hours (LOW) or 2–3 hours (HIGH)

  • Total Time: 4–6 hours

  • Servings: 4

🛒 Ingredients (Only 3!)

  1. Boneless skinless chicken breasts – 1.5 lb (680 g)

  2. Cream cheese – 8 oz (225 g), cubed

  3. Dry ranch seasoning mix – 1 packet (or 2 tbsp)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.

  2. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning evenly over the chicken.

  3. Add the cream cheese cubes on top.

  4. Cover and cook:

    • LOW: 4–6 hours

    • HIGH: 2–3 hours

  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken using two forks and stir well until the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.

  6. Serve hot over rice, pasta, potatoes, or vegetables.

📝 Notes

  • Chicken thighs can replace breasts for extra juiciness.

  • For a thinner sauce, add ¼ cup milk, broth, or water.

  • For extra flavor, add garlic powder, onion powder, or black pepper.

💡 Tips for Best Results

  • Cut cream cheese into cubes for even melting.

  • Avoid opening the slow cooker lid during cooking.

  • Stir gently at the end to maintain creamy texture.

  • For meal prep, store leftovers in airtight containers.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

  • Steamed white or brown rice

  • Mashed potatoes

  • Pasta or egg noodles

  • Cauliflower rice (low-carb)

  • Stuffed inside wraps, sandwiches, or buns

🧮 Nutritional Information (Per Serving – Approx.)

  • Calories: 380 kcal

  • Protein: 35 g

  • Fat: 26 g

  • Carbohydrates: 3 g

  • Fiber: 0 g

  • Sugar: 1 g

  • Sodium: 620 mg

(Values may vary based on brand and portion size)

🌟 Health Benefits

  • High Protein: Supports muscle building and satiety.

  • Low Carb: Suitable for keto and low-carb diets.

  • Comfort Food: Creamy texture makes it satisfying and filling.

  • Easy Digestion: Slow cooking keeps chicken tender and easy to digest.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Q/A)

Q1: Can I use frozen chicken?

Yes, but add 30–45 minutes to cooking time and ensure chicken reaches safe internal temperature.

Q2: Can I make it without ranch seasoning?

Yes, replace with:

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

Q3: How long can leftovers be stored?

  • Refrigerator: Up to 3 days

  • Freezer: Up to 2 months

Q4: Can I make it on stovetop?

Yes, simmer chicken and ingredients in a covered pan for 25–30 minutes.

Q5: Is this recipe keto-friendly?

Yes, it is naturally low-carb and keto-friendly.

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