Description
Ranch-infused crock pot chicken sandwiches deliver comfort and zest in one hearty meal. Slow-cooked tender chicken with tangy ranch seasoning promises a satisfying dinner that brings families together effortlessly.
Ingredients
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Main Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) ranch dressing
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
Serving Components:
- 6 sandwich buns
- Optional toppings: shredded lettuce
- Optional toppings: sliced tomato
- Optional toppings: cheese
- Optional toppings: pickles
Instructions
- Place whole chicken breasts into the slow cooker, ensuring they are evenly distributed and not overlapping.
- Drizzle olive oil across the chicken to enhance moisture and prevent sticking during cooking.
- Generously sprinkle ranch seasoning mix over the chicken, coating each piece thoroughly for maximum flavor infusion.
- Pour ranch dressing and chicken broth into the crock pot, creating a savory liquid base that will help tenderize the meat.
- Cover the slow cooker and set to low temperature, allowing the chicken to cook for 6-7 hours until completely tender and easily pulled apart.
- Once cooking is complete, use two forks to carefully shred the chicken directly in the cooking liquid, ensuring each piece is coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Gently mix the shredded chicken with the remaining liquid to maintain moisture and enhance taste.
- Warm sandwich buns slightly to improve texture and prevent sogginess.
- Spoon the ranch-infused shredded chicken onto prepared buns, distributing evenly.
- Customize sandwiches with optional toppings like crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, melted cheese, or tangy pickles.
- Serve immediately while chicken is warm and buns are fresh for optimal eating experience.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts with thighs for extra juiciness and richer flavor, perfect for those wanting more tender meat.
- Create a low-sodium version by using homemade ranch seasoning and reduced-sodium chicken broth to control salt intake.
- these sandwiches can be stored in airtight containers for up to 3 days in the refrigerator, making lunch planning a breeze.
- Transform this recipe into a gluten-free option by serving over cauliflower rice or using gluten-free buns for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours (on Low) or 4 hours (on High)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg