Slow Cooker Creamy Chipotle Ranch Shredded Chicken
⏱️ Prep Time: 10 minutes • 🍳 Cook Time: 4–6 hours (hands-off)
This slow cooker shredded chicken is ranchy, creamy, and has just enough smoky heat to keep things interesting. It’s one of those throw-it-in-and-go recipes that somehow tastes like you worked way harder than you did. Perfect for busy days, lazy Sundays, or meal prep situations.
Creamy chipotle ranch shredded chicken in a slow cooker—ready to spoon into tacos, wraps, or straight into your mouth.
This twist on the classic ranch chicken hits all the right notes: savory, herby, creamy, with that signature slow-cooked tenderness that practically falls apart with a fork. The chipotle gives it depth and a tiny bit of heat, and the Greek yogurt adds creaminess without the heaviness of cream cheese. You get comfort food and balance.
I like to serve it taco-style with shredded lettuce, avocado, and a squeeze of lime, but it’s just as dreamy over baked potatoes, rice bowls, or tucked into wraps for an easy lunch. Bonus: the leftovers only get better as they sit in the fridge, soaking up even more flavor.
This one’s a keeper, friends. Ranch lovers, you’ve officially leveled up.
Ingredients
🍽️ Servings: 6 • 🔥 Calories/Serving: ~320
2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon salt
½ cup chicken broth
1–2 tablespoons adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers
¾ cup plain Greek yogurt
Optional: fresh cilantro, lime wedges, or sliced avocado for serving
Steps
Step 1
Place chicken in the bottom of your slow cooker.
Step 2
In a bowl, whisk together ranch seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, chicken broth, and adobo sauce.
Step 3
Pour the mixture over the chicken. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 4 hours, until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.
Step 4
Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Stir Greek yogurt into the sauce in the slow cooker until creamy.
Step 5
Return shredded chicken to the sauce and toss to coat. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Step 6
Serve hot with your favorite toppings or meal base!
Make it your own!
🌮 Use it as taco filling with corn tortillas, slaw, and avocado.
🥔 Spoon it over baked sweet potatoes for a comforting meal.
🥬 Make it low-carb with lettuce wraps or cauliflower rice.
🧀 Stir in shredded cheddar for an extra melty finish.
🧅 Add sliced red onions or pickled jalapeños for a little zip.
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