This buttery Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken is cooked with potatoes and green beans to make a savory gluten-free meal the whole family will love!
There is nothing I love more than a dinner that is complete with chicken, veggies and potatoes. If I can add butter and ranch to that meal then I'm in heaven! Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken is a perfect meal for a busy night. The prep only takes a few minutes and you will have dinner off your to-do list. My favorite part is everyone, kids included, will gobble it up and ask for seconds.
Another all in one dinner is my Garlic Butter Chicken and Veggies which is always on rotation in our monthly meal planning.
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TIPS FOR MAKING SLOW COOKER RANCH CHICKEN
I always feel good when I can put a homemade dinner on the table. The best part about this meal is you can customize it to exactly what your family likes. I used chicken thighs in this recipe but you can swap for chicken breasts. If your family doesn't like green beans use any hearty vegetable like carrots.
If you prefer to make your ranch from scratch here is an easy recipe that only takes minutes to make. That way you can control the ingredients and salt.
Leave the lid on while the meal is cooking. The potatoes need to be cooked
Gluten Free Chicken Dinner
All my recipes are gluten free because my husband has celiac, which means you are allergic to gluten. This dinner is completely gluten free so it is a great option for any one who is gluten free!
HOW TO MAKE SLOW COOKER RANCH CHICKEN
STEP 1. Mix melted butter, ranch packet and garlic together in a small bowl and mix together.
STEP 2. Add chicken thighs (or breasts) to Slow Cooker.
STEP 3. Pour half the butter mixture on top of chicken.
STEP 4. Add potatoes and green beans on top of chicken.
STEP 5. Pour remaining butter on top of vegetables.
STEP 6. Add ¼ cup of chicken stock over all the ingredients.
STEP 7. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6 hours. Cook for less time if using breasts.
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SLOW COOKER GARLIC PARMESAN CHICKEN
Slow Cooker Ranch Chicken
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning
- ½ cup butter
- 2 tablespoons garlic minced
- 1 pound green beans
- 1 ½ pounds mini yellow potatoes halved
- ¼ cup chicken stock
Instructions
- Mix melted butter, ranch packet, and garlic together in a small bowl and mix together.
- Add chicken thighs (or breasts) to slow cooker.
- Pour half the butter mixture on top of chicken.
- Add potatoes and green beans on top of chicken.
- Pour remaining butter and chicken stock on top of vegetables.
- Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 3-4 hours. (Cook for less time if using breasts).
- Serve and drizzle with butter sauce on each plate.
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Ash says
I’m trying this tonight. Looks good, I hope it turns out good. & I’m glad I read above the recipe & directions, as one of the last steps states to add 1/4 cup chicken stock but it’s not listed in the ingredient list or the directions below ingredient list 🙂
allisonetreadwell says
Hi Ash! Thank you so much for letting me know! I don't know how no one has noticed that except you. I updated the recipe! Hope you enjoyed it!!
Rita says
Has anyone tried this using Italian instead of Ranch?
allisonetreadwell says
Hi Rita! I haven't tried it but I think it would be delicious!
Cheri says
So delicious and easy to make. I used asparagus instead of green beans and it was perfect
allisonetreadwell says
Hi Cheri!! I'm so happy you liked it! Thanks for letting me know 🙂 I love asparagus so I will have to try that soon!
CJ says
Recipe looks yummy, cant wait to try it. What is the cooking time if using chicken breasts?
allisonetreadwell says
Hi CJ! I usually cook my chicken breast for 2 to 2 1/2 hours on low. Every crock pot cooks differently but I think checking at 2 hours always works best for chicken breasts to make sure they aren't cover cooked.
Cheyanne says
Has anyone used water instead of broth and frozen chicken breast?
Julie says
Very disappointed- this was very bland and watery. The only positive was that the beans were crispy and the potatoes were soft. Only used 2 pieces of chicken in this but both were completely bland. The buttery- ranch flavoring did not stick to anything. I religiously bring left overs for lunch the next day- sad to say Im trashing this and will take my chances in the cafeteria.
Allison Treadwell says
Hi Julie- I'm so sorry to hear that was your experience with this recipe. I'm not sure what caused the lack of flavor but wish I knew how to fix it.
Anne stickler says
Did you use frozen chicken that is sold in bags.. full of water and flash frozen. Always use fresh.
Cfw says
What do you do with the chicken broth?
Kimberly says
I made this for a sick friend and it was absolutely delicious! I omitted the chicken broth (didn’t have any) and when done there was still the most flavorful broth in the bottom! My friend texted me to tell me this was the best meal she’s had in a very long time! My husband wants again! Thank you Alison. I printed for safe keeping!
Allison Treadwell says
Hi Kimberly! That is so wonderful to hear. How sweet of you to deliver a meal to a friend as well! I'm so happy it was a hit all around.
Mary says
Could this be made with frozen green beans? Also do you use boneless skinless thighs or bone in and with or without skin?
Allison Treadwell says
Hi Mary! Absolutely use frozen green beans. They will work great. I use boneless skinless thighs. The skin just gets soft in the crockpot so I like skinless more for this recipe.
Carol Woloszyn says
Would this work with olive oil instead of butter? Or maybe half and half?
Allison Treadwell says
Hi Carol, I would use the half and half before the olive oil. I haven't used olive oil in the crockpot so I'm not sure if it would separate...
Amanda says
Hello I love this recipe! I just realized we don’t have green beans, would frozen broccoli work? I’ve made it with the green beans and we all enjoyed it so much.
Thank you so much!
Allison Treadwell says
Hi Amanda! Hopefully, it turned out great. I think broccoli sounds great!
Debi says
This was a HUGE success. Have made it twice already. 5yr old 'Loved it' so did Mom and Dad. Even better left over next day. I will say I put the fresh green beans on top of all for last 30 mins. We just don't care for soggy beans. I also seared the chicken thighs prior to start.
Allison Treadwell says
So excited that it was a hit!! Thanks for crockin' with me!
Rebecca Clark says
This was absolutely delicious! Thank you for sharing!
Allison Treadwell says
Thanks for the comment! So happy you enjoyed it!
Pamela says
Hi! 🙂
Do we use bone in or boneless chicken thighs?
Allison Treadwell says
I like boneless, skinless chicken thighs.
Pamela says
Also- what is that fresh herb that is in the picture and at the end of the video? I can't find it in the recipe... thanks! 🙂
Lisa says
This was delicious!! It needed a little salt after it was done, but it was SOOOOO good! I didn’t have green beans though but I had asparagus, so I did that instead. They came out a little soggy but it was still really good. I made it in the instant pot for 20 mins then a quick release. Definitely saving this recipe!!!