Crock Pot Creamy Ranch Chicken Light
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Crock Pot Creamy Ranch Chicken Light, a lighter twist on a classic favorite that's perfect for busy weeknights. This effortless slow-cooker recipe combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a velvety sauce made from fat-free Greek yogurt, light cream cheese, and a flavorful ranch seasoning mix. With just 10 minutes of prep, this dish is both wholesome and satisfying, thanks to the use of reduced-sodium chicken broth and lean ingredients. Serve it over rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete, guilt-free meal, and garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color. Ideal for health-conscious families, this creamy ranch chicken recipe is a deliciously easy addition to your crock pot collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
- 4 ounces light cream cheese, softened
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Spray the inside of your crock pot with non-stick cooking spray or line it with a slow cooker liner for easy cleanup.
Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot. Season them with salt and black pepper.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the reduced-sodium chicken broth, fat-free Greek yogurt, softened light cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, and minced garlic until smooth and well combined.
Pour the creamy ranch mixture over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated.
Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on LOW for 4-5 hours, or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
Once the chicken is cooked, use two forks to shred it directly in the crock pot or leave the breasts whole if preferred.
Stir the sauce to ensure it’s smooth and evenly distributed over the chicken.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve the creamy ranch chicken over rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a lighter option. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for garnish if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 48.7 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.1 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 659 mg | 220% | |
| Sodium | 4111 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.1 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 251.4 g | 503% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 455 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 6.9 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 2328 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
