Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches
This Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches recipe is a delicious and easy meal perfect for busy days. Tender shredded chicken cooked with ranch seasoning and crispy bacon creates a flavorful filling for sandwiches. Serve these sandwiches at a game day party or any casual gathering for a guaranteed hit.
Equipment
- 1 slow cooker
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
- 1 shredding tool (optional)
- 6 sandwich rolls
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix Approximately 1 oz.
- 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 rolls sandwich rolls
- to taste lettuce, tomato, pickles Optional for serving.
Instructions
- Start by placing the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ranch seasoning and chicken broth. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Once the chicken is done, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks or a shredding tool.
- Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir in the chopped bacon and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
- Serve the chicken mixture on sandwich rolls. Top with optional lettuce, tomato, and pickles, if desired.
- Optionally, prepare the chicken mixture a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Reheat before serving.
- For an extra kick, add some hot sauce to the chicken mixture before serving.
Notes
You can prepare the chicken mixture a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Reheat before serving.
For an extra kick, add some hot sauce to the chicken mixture before serving.
These sandwiches can also be topped with additional toppings based on your preference, like avocado or jalapeños.