Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches
This Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich recipe features tender chicken breasts cooked in a creamy ranch dressing, mixed with crispy bacon, and served on toasted rolls. Perfect for a comforting meal that requires minimal effort, this dish is ideal for a busy weeknight or a casual gathering.
Equipment
- 1 slow cooker
- 1 skillet optional for cooking bacon
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 serving spoon
- 1 tongs
Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup cream cheese (8 oz), softened
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup cooked bacon, chopped (about 8 slices)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 pieces hamburger rolls or sandwich buns
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ranch seasoning, softened cream cheese, and chicken broth until smooth. Pour this mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker using tongs or forks. Stir in the chopped bacon and shredded cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Let it sit for about 10 minutes to melt the cheese.
- Toast the hamburger rolls or sandwich buns.
- Serve the chicken mixture on the toasted rolls and garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
You can adjust the amount of bacon and cheese according to your taste preference.
For an extra kick, consider adding hot sauce or cayenne pepper to the chicken mixture.
Serve with a side of salad or chips for a complete meal.