These Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Ranch Sandwiches are incredibly easy to make and only have a few basic ingredients! This zesty ranch chicken is loaded on buttery English muffins and melted provolone cheese for a satisfying sandwich!
Are you a big fan of slow cookers? I think they are one of life’s best hacks. With just a little planning you can pop a few ingredients in before you head off to work and you are rewarded with a delicious dinner at the end of the day with minimal effort or clean up!
So often when we think of slow cookers we think of things like soups, chilis or roast recipes. While all of those are excellent slow cooker options there are so many other possibilities! You may not consider slow cooker sandwiches a thing, but these Cheesy Chicken Ranch Sandwiches will change your mind.
This recipe uses just 5 ingredients in the slow cooker. When the chicken is tender, shred and stir well and pile on buttery toasted English muffins and top with provolone cheese. It is a satisfying meal that can be paired with a salad, chips or fries.
What ingredients do you need to make Cheesy Chicken Ranch Sandwiches?
- Chicken breast
- Butter
- Cream cheese
- Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning mix
- Jarred pepperoncini peppers
- English Muffins
- Provolone Cheese
How do you make Cheesy Chicken Ranch Sandwiches?
- Place the chicken, 1 tablespoon butter, cream cheese, Ranch seasoning mix, and pepperoncini peppers in a small slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 8 hours, or on high for 3-4 until the chicken shreds easily.
- Stir and shred the chicken and peppers.
- Toast the English muffins and generously pile with the cheesy ranch chicken, top with a slice of provolone cheese.
What are some other sandwich toppings?
While the flavor of these sandwiches is out of this world as written this is an easy recipe to make additions. Add a few slices of crispy bacon to make a delicious Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich. It has such great flavor and it is a great way to mix things up! Some other ideas include:
- Add in chopped or sliced black olives
- Add lettuce and tomato for a heartier meal
- Switch up the cheese for something like Swiss, pepper jack or smoked gouda for a different flavor combo
- Use a large tortilla instead of an English muffin to make an easy wrap or delicious quesadilla
What are some other easy dinner recipes?
I am always on the hunt for simple, healthy recipes. I love this California Turkey Club Wrap, it is quick, easy and packed with flavor!
I also love these Slow Cooker Chicken Tacos. It is similar to this recipe in that the filling is made in the slow cooker and then assembled just before serving. These are some of my other go to recipes:
- Easy Grilled Zucchini and Hummus Wrap (vegetarian)
- Steak Rolls (low carb, keto, gluten free)
- Crispy Zucchini Fries
- One Pan Sesame Chicken Stir Fry
- BLT Lettuce Wraps (keto, great for meal prep)
Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Ranch Sandwiches
These Slow Cooker Cheesy Chicken Ranch Sandwiches are incredibly easy to make and only have a few basic ingredients! This zesty ranch chicken is loaded on buttery English muffins and melted provolone cheese for a satisfying sandwich!
Ingredients
Cheesy Chicken Ranch
- 1 1/2 pounds of chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1 (1 ounce) package Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning mix
- 8-10 jarred pepperoncini peppers
For the Sandwiches
- 6 English muffins
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 6 slices provolone cheese
Instructions
- Place all of the Cheesy Chicken Ranch ingredients in a small (1.5-2 quart) slow cooker, cook on low for 8 hours.
- Stir and shred the chicken and peppers when ready to serve.
- Spread the butter on each English mufin and toast until golden brown.
- Add the shredded chicken to each toasted English muffin and top with provolone.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 491Total Fat: 27gSaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 151mgSodium: 2233mgCarbohydrates: 32gFiber: 3gSugar: 5gProtein: 49g
