Oh yes! A Slow Cooker Cheesy Bacon Ranch Chicken Casserole is one of those super-easy, comforting meals that practically cooks itself. Here’s a full, foolproof recipe:
Slow Cooker Cheesy Bacon Ranch Chicken Casserole
Ingredients (Serves 4–6)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
- 1 packet (1 oz / 28 g) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz / 300 g) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plus extra for topping)
- 6–8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
- Optional: cooked pasta, rice, or potatoes for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Place chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Mix the sauce
- In a bowl, combine ranch seasoning, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
- Mix until smooth.
- Assemble the casserole
- Pour the sauce over the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle crumbled bacon evenly on top.
- Cook
- Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours or high for 2–3 hours, until chicken is fully cooked (internal temp 165°F / 74°C) and tender.
- Add extra cheese (optional)
- 15–20 minutes before serving, sprinkle additional cheddar cheese on top and cover until melted.
- Serve
- Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired.
- Serve over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a hearty meal.
Tips
- Make it even faster: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces before adding to the slow cooker.
- Make it creamy: Add a splash of milk or cream if you like a saucier casserole.
- Extra veggies: Toss in broccoli florets, peas, or carrots for color and nutrition.
If you want, I can also give a one-pot, oven-baked version that’s cheesy, bacon-y, and doesn’t require a slow cooker—perfect for weeknights when you don’t want to wait all day.
Do you want me to make that version too?
