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Slow Cooker Cool Ranch Chicken Tacos

Tender shredded chicken cooked in a slow cooker with taco seasoning and ranch for easy Cool Ranch-style tacos.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 package (1 oz) taco seasoning
  • 1 package (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

Equipment

  • 6-qt slow cooker

Method
 

  1. Place the 2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts in the base of a 6‑quart slow cooker in a single layer if possible.
  2. Sprinkle the chicken evenly with the 1 oz package of taco seasoning and the 1 oz package of ranch dressing mix.
  3. Pour 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth around the chicken to add moisture.
  4. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds with two forks.
  5. Remove the chicken, shred with two forks, then return to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the cooking juices before serving in tacos.

Notes

  • Use breasts, tenders, or thighs interchangeably based on preference.
  • To reduce sodium, use homemade taco seasoning and ranch mix.
  • Frozen chicken can be used but will require longer cooking and may release extra liquid.
  • Leftover cooked chicken can be frozen for later meals.
  • Confirm store-bought seasonings are gluten-free if needed.
  • For a low-carb option, use homemade taco seasoning without added sugar.