Retro Cream Chicken Slow Cooker 5-Ingredient. Put frozen chicken in the slow cooker with 4 easy kitchen items. Your family will want more!
Make this yummy, old-time creamy chicken in your slow cooker with frozen chicken and stuff from your kitchen. It’s super simple—just dump it in, turn it on, and come back to soft chicken in thick sauce. Great for busy days. Serve on noodles or potatoes. Everyone loves it! 48 words)
This no-fuss meal uses frozen chicken breasts and basic items. Toss them in the cooker for that warm, comfy church dinner taste. Your cooker does all the work while you’re busy. Dinner’s ready when you get home—soft chicken in smooth sauce!
Picture warm creamy chicken on egg noodles for family dinner.
Serve over hot noodles, squished potatoes, or rice to grab all the sauce. Add green veggies like cooked broccoli or beans for crunch.
Leftovers rock in sandwiches on toasted bread or wraps with lettuce. Shake on pepper and parsley to make it fancy.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
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2 to 2½ pounds frozen chicken breasts without skin or bone (about 4 big ones)
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2 cans of cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz each)
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1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch mix
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½ cup chicken broth or water (low-salt)
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4 tablespoons butter without salt, cut into bits

Retro Cream Chicken Slow Cooker: Directions
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Lay frozen chicken flat in a 5- to 7-quart slow cooker. They can touch a bit, but keep mostly one layer for even cooking.
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In a bowl, mix soup, ranch mix, and broth until smooth like thick sauce.
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Pour mix over chicken to cover it well so it stays juicy.
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Drop butter bits on top, spread out so they melt into the sauce.
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Put on lid. Cook it on LOW heat for 6 to 7 hrs or HIGH heat for 3 to 4 hrs. Chicken should be 165°F inside and shred easy with forks.
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Shred chicken in the cooker with forks. Mix into sauce.
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Taste it. Add seasoning if you want (ranch is salty). If too thick, add a bit more broth.
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Set to WARM for 10-15 minutes to mix flavors. Serve hot over noodles, rice, or potatoes.
Fun Changes & Tips
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Add 1-2 cups frozen peas, carrots, or mixed veggies last 30-45 minutes so they’re warm but crisp.
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For zing, squeeze lemon or add sour cream at end.
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Try mushroom or celery soup for new taste.
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For lighter, use low-fat soup and 2 tablespoons butter.
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Use cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles for a full meal feel.