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Smothered Chicken

A comforting and delicious dish inspired by Texas Roadhouse, perfect for busy nights or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice) Use different cheeses for varied flavor.
Optional toppings
  • green onions Chopped for garnish.
  • bacon bits For added flavor.
  • additional cheese Optional for extra cheesiness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the chicken.
  3. Pour the chicken broth into the slow cooker.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until the chicken is tender.
  5. In the last 30 minutes of cooking, sprinkle the shredded cheese over the chicken and cover until melted.
Serving
  1. Serve the Smothered Chicken hot from the slow cooker.
  2. Add your favorite toppings such as green onions, bacon bits, or extra cheese.

Notes

For extra flavor, add some chopped garlic or onion to the slow cooker. You can also use different seasoning mixes to change the flavor profile.