Try this easy and creamy chicken recipe.
introduction
This Easy Cream Cheese Chicken makes a soft, creamy meal with little work. It cooks in a slow cooker and needs few ingredients. If you like simple comfort food, you will like this. You can also pair it with a creamy pasta dish like creamy chicken mac and cheese for a full meal.
why make this recipe
- It is fast to start and slow cooks for you.
- It uses few, cheap ingredients.
- The chicken turns tender and creamy.
- Kids and adults both like it.
how to make Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
Follow simple steps and let the slow cooker do the rest. Shred the chicken at the end so it soaks up the sauce.
Ingredients :
- 2 chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions :
- In a slow cooker, place the chicken breasts.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, chicken broth, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken and stir to combine with the sauce.
- Serve warm, and enjoy!
how to serve Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
Serve it over rice, pasta, or in sandwiches. For meal prep, add steamed veggies on the side. You can also spoon it over bowls like these easy chicken rice bowls for a quick dinner: 25 easy chicken rice bowls to meal prep.
how to store Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
- Cool the chicken to room temperature within two hours.
- Put in an airtight container.
- Keep in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- For longer keep, freeze up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before reheating.
tips to make Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
- Use full-fat cream cheese for a richer sauce.
- Cut the chicken breasts in half if they are thick for even cooking.
- Stir the sauce before pouring so it is smooth.
- Shred the chicken with two forks for best texture.
variation (if any)
- Add cooked bacon pieces for more flavor.
- Stir in chopped spinach for color and nutrition.
- Use Italian seasoning instead of ranch for a different taste.
FAQs
Q: Can I use frozen chicken breasts?
A: Yes. Add extra cooking time and check that chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Q: Can I make this on the stove?
A: Yes. Cook the chicken in a pan with the sauce on low heat until the chicken is done and tender, then shred.
Q: Is there a low-fat option?
A: Use low-fat cream cheese and low-sodium chicken broth. The sauce will be a bit thinner.
Q: Can I add vegetables to the slow cooker?
A: Yes. Add carrots or potatoes, but they may need more time to get tender.
Conclusion
For more recipe ideas and similar slow-cooker dishes, see this version on Easy Cream Cheese Chicken – Family Food on the Table and another take at Cream Cheese Chicken | Don’t Go Bacon My Heart.
Easy Cream Cheese Chicken
Ingredients
Method
- In a slow cooker, place the chicken breasts.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese, chicken broth, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Pour the sauce over the chicken.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken and stir to combine with the sauce.