Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches are a delicious, easy-to-make meal featuring tender shredded chicken infused with creamy ranch seasoning and topped with crispy bacon and melty cheese. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or game-day spread!
Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches
Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches are a delicious, easy-to-make meal featuring tender shredded chicken infused with creamy ranch seasoning and topped with crispy bacon and melty cheese. Perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or game-day spread!
Ingredients
- 2lbs(900g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 8oz(225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2cup(120ml) chicken broth
- 8slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 1/2cups(170g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 8sandwich rolls or hamburger buns
- 2 tbspchopped fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the chicken and add the softened cream cheese.Pour the chicken broth over the mixture.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the chicken and add the softened cream cheese.
- Pour the chicken broth over the mixture.
- Cook the Chicken:Cover and cook onLOWfor 6-7 hours or onHIGHfor 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Cover and cook onLOWfor 6-7 hours or onHIGHfor 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
- Shred the Chicken:Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker.Stir well to combine the shredded chicken with the creamy ranch sauce.
- Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker.
- Stir well to combine the shredded chicken with the creamy ranch sauce.
- Add Bacon and Cheese:Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese over the shredded chicken.Cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Sprinkle the crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese over the shredded chicken.
- Cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
- Assemble the Sandwiches:Spoon the chicken mixture onto the sandwich rolls or hamburger buns.Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
- Spoon the chicken mixture onto the sandwich rolls or hamburger buns.
- Garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.
- Serve:Serve warm with a side of chips, fries, or a green salad.
- Serve warm with a side of chips, fries, or a green salad.
Notes
Add spice:Mix in a few dashes of hot sauce or chopped jalapeños for a spicy kick.
Make it lighter:Use reduced-fat cream cheese and cheese.
Storage:Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop.
