Best Slow Cooker Pesto Ranch Chicken Recipes

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SLOW COOKER PESTO RANCH CHICKEN



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I love the flavor of pesto! I fell in love with it when I made homemade pesto and this chicken recipe here.

Provided by Alyssa Rivers

Categories     Dinner     Main Course

Time 4h15m

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 chicken breasts (boneless skinless)
1 jar pesto (I used basil pesto, 8 oz)
1 package ranch dressing seasoning mix
1/2 cup chicken broth

Steps:

  • Spray slow cooker with cooking spray and place chicken breasts in the bottom.
  • Sprinkle ranch packet over the chicken breasts, pour pesto over the top, and lastly pour the chicken broth over the top.
  • Cook on low for 4-6 hours. Easy huh? :)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Sodium 861 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SLOW COOKER PESTO CHICKEN THIGHS



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This recipe is quick and easy!! You just add the ingredients and go!! My husband loves this recipe and he is a very picky eater!! The leftover sauce make a great topping for mashed potatoes or a wonderful stock for soup!

Provided by princess1479

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 6h5m

Yield 1 chicken thigh, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 -6 chicken thighs, I like to use skinelss thights
2 -3 cups chicken broth
3 -4 tablespoons pesto sauce, I use the store bough in a jar, but I'm sure you can use homemade pesto sauce
1 tablespoon garlic, crushed
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Place chicken into the slow cooker or crock-pot. I use a 5 qt crock-pot.
  • Pour chicken broth over chicken.
  • Add your pesto sauce and garlic, then top with salt and pepper.
  • Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours, the longer you cook this the better it is.
  • Serve over rice or with mashed potatoes. You can use the sauce for topping for the mashed potatoes.

SLOW-COOKER PESTO CHICKEN THIGHS



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Versatile, juicy and oh-so affordable, these slow-cooker chicken thighs can easily be transformed into two family friendly dinners.

Provided by By Cindy Rahe

Categories     Entree

Time 4h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 jar (6.25 oz) basil pesto
2 tablespoons Progresso™ reduced sodium chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)

Steps:

  • Spray slow cooker lightly with cooking spray. Sprinkle chicken thighs with salt and pepper on both sides. Nestle chicken thighs in slow cooker in even layer; they may be arranged tightly, if necessary.
  • In small bowl, stir pesto and chicken broth. Pour over chicken thighs, and spread evenly with spoon.
  • Cover and cook on High heat setting 4 hours. Serve immediately using one or both of the ideas below, or cool slightly and refrigerate in an airtight container for a few days until ready to use.
  • Bruschetta-Topped Chicken: In medium bowl, mix 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh tomatoes, 2 tablespoons finely diced red onion, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, salt and pepper to taste. Let stand 10 minutes for flavors to blend. Spoon over 1/2 recipe hot Slow-Cooker Pesto Chicken Thighs, and serve with rice or pasta as desired. (To use the entire recipe of chicken thighs, double these ingredient amounts.)
  • Bacon Ranch Pasta and Chicken: Cook and drain 1/2 lb pasta (a short variety) as directed on package. Toss hot pasta with 1 tablespoon dry ranch dressing and seasoning mix, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 cup shredded Italian cheese blend, 4 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled and 1/2 recipe Slow-Cooker Pesto Chicken Thighs, shredded. Top with a sprinkle of chopped fresh basil leaves, if desired. Serve warm. (To use the entire recipe of chicken thighs, double these ingredient amounts.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 165 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 460 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER RANCH CHICKEN



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This is a fabulous slow-cooker ranch chicken recipe that we have passed around to all our friends, especially those who have young children. It's wonderful for a cold winter night or a hot summer day when you don't want to turn on the oven. Serve it as a weeknight family dinner or for a large group. -Sonya Stark, West Jordan, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 7h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast halves
3/4 cup chicken broth
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1 can (10-1/2 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed and softened
Hot cooked rice or noodles
Optional: Shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled cooked bacon and chopped green onions

Steps:

  • In a 4-5-qt. slow cooker, combine broth and dressing mix; add chicken. Cover and cook on low for 6 hours. Remove chicken to cutting board; shred with two forks and return to slow cooker. , Stir in soup and cream cheese. Cover and cook on low until cream cheese is melted, about 30 minutes. Serve over rice or noodles. Add optional toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267 calories, Fat 15g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 776mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

SLOW COOKER PESTO RANCH CHICKEN RECIPE



Slow Cooker Pesto Ranch Chicken Recipe image

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 (6 ounce) jar of pesto
1 (0.25 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 cup chicken stock

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts in the bottom of slow cooker.
  • Spread jar of pesto over chicken using a spoon. Sprinkle on ranch dressing mix. Pour chicken stock over the top.
  • Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.

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