Slow Cooker Loaded Chicken and Potatoes

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"Hearty, creamy, saucy goodness."

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Spoonful of Slow Cooker Loaded Chicken and Potatoes garnished with cheese and green onions next to more on a green plate
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
2 hrs 55 mins
Total Time:
3 hrs 5 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 cups

Get ready to dive into a bowlful of comfort with this decadent slow cooker dinner. Shredded chicken and fork-tender potatoes are served in a creamy, dreamy ranch sauce for a simple, yet oh-so satisfying family meal.

“This slow cooker recipe is what cravings are made of,” said recipe developer Amanda Holstein.

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

  • 3 1/2 tablespoon ranch dressing mix

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 1/2 pounds yellow baby new potatoes

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 6 ounces cream cheese, cubed at room temperature

  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing

  • 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided, plus more for garnish

  • cooked and crumbled bacon to taste

  • thinly sliced scallions for garnish

Directions

  1. Gather all ingredients

    Slow Cooker Loaded Chicken and Potatoes ingredients on a counter

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  2. Stir together chicken broth and ranch dressing mix in the bottom of a 5-quart slow cooker until combined. Add chicken breasts in an even layer over broth mixture, followed by an even layer of potatoes. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

    Seasoned chicken and potatoes in a slow cooker

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  3. Cover and cook until chicken is cooked through and potatoes are fork tender, about 2 hours and 45 minutes on HIGH or about 3 hours and 45 minutes on LOW.

    Seasoned chicken and potatoes in a slow cooker

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  4. Remove chicken breasts from the slow cooker and place them on a cutting board. Let them cool slightly for 5 minutes. Coarsely shred the chicken using 2 forks.

    Shredded chicken on a cutting board

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  5. Add cream cheese, ranch dressing, and 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese to slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH until cheeses begin to melt and potatoes are fully tender, about 10 minutes. Uncover and stir cheese mixture until just about fully combined.

    Potatoes with dressing and cheeses in a slow cooker

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  6. Add shredded chicken back to slow cooker and stir until evenly coated in cheese mixture.

    Slow Cooker Loaded Chicken and Potatoes in a slow cooker

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  7. Divide among 8 shallow bowls. Garnish with remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese, top with bacon and scallions. Serve immediately.

    Spoonful of Slow Cooker Loaded Chicken and Potatoes garnished with cheese and green onions next to more on a green plate

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

552 Calories
29g Fat
23g Carbs
48g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 552
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29g 37%
Saturated Fat 12g 62%
Cholesterol 153mg 51%
Sodium 1065mg 46%
Total Carbohydrate 23g 8%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 3g
Protein 48g 95%
Vitamin C 9mg 10%
Calcium 276mg 21%
Iron 2mg 14%
Potassium 884mg 19%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.