Crock Pot Salsa Ranch Chicken Pasta Recipe
Enjoy a delicious and creamy slow-cooked meal with this Crock Pot Salsa Ranch Chicken Pasta. Tender chicken cooked in a flavorful salsa and ranch seasoning mix, combined with creamy cheese and served over pasta, creates a comforting dish perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
Seasoning:
- 1 ounce ranch seasoning mix
Salsa Mixture:
- 2 cups salsa (mild or medium)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
Additional:
- 12 ounces pasta (rotini or penne)
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Chicken: Place chicken breasts in a greased crock pot. Sprinkle with ranch seasoning and pour salsa over the top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until chicken is tender.
- Shred & Add Cheese: Shred chicken in the pot, add cream cheese, and stir until melted.
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta separately, then add to crock pot with cheddar cheese.
- Combine & Serve: Let ingredients warm through for 10 minutes. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro.
Notes
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta if needed.
- For a spicier dish, use hot salsa or add diced jalapeños.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
