This original slow cooker creamy garlic chicken recipe is the perfect quick and easy dinner that parents love to make kids absolutely love to eat.
Yup, miracle creamy garlic chicken is what we call it. You saw it here first and you’ll love it! Why did we decide to name this recipe Miracle Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Chicken? Because first of all, it’s super duper easy and it’s a miracle at how delicious something so simple can be. Everything goes into the slow cooker and when you return, it’s a pot of amazing dreamy delicious-ness for everyone who loves chicken.
Delicious video of Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Chicken:
This slow cooker creamy garlic chicken is true to it’s name: it’s creamy, garlicky and full of flavor. Cooked till it’s super tender, the chicken just literally breaks apart into a super delicious texture. You can add it to sandwiches, sliders or on top of pasta. What ever you decide to add this creamy garlic chicken to, it’ll be delicious. To make it even more garlicky, you can add as much garlic as you like. The slow cooker does all the work for you and really cooks all the flavors together perfectly into one big delicious bite of chicken. You can cook it for about 4-6 hours on High or about 7-8 hours on Low, depending on the size of the chicken breasts.
Some chicken breasts have the tenderloin rib meat attached, which makes them thicker and longer to cook. So take that into consideration for your cook time. We used fresh garlic, but you can definitely use garlic powder as well if you don’t have the fresh garlic. There will be plenty of amazing flavor and the best part about this recipe for creamy garlic chicken is that it’s super duper easy. You’ll come home to the incredible smells of warm creamy garlic sauce. Be ready to feast like a King and Queen!
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Whether you prefer a slow cooker, pressure cooker, or a multi-cooker, these kitchen counter appliances help make dinner a little easier for the busy household, plus with an added bonus of some of our favorite finds for entertaining:
The Crockpot 6qt. Slow Cooker – The original slow cooker. On this on the lid locks down which is great for transporting to potlucks and such. Simple, inexpensive and reliable.
Instant Pot Multi-use Pressure Cooker – It has cult-like following for a reason. It’s a pressure cooker and so much more. Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Rice Cooker, Steamer, Sauté, & Yogurt Maker. It’s awesome! If you want a pressure cooker that has a few more bells and whistles (like hands free steam release), this Breville Pressure Cooker is also great.
Cuisinart Multi-Cooker – If pressure cooking is a not your thing but want a bit more than just a slow cooker, this multi-cooker is perfect for you. It can Sauté, Steam, and Slow Cook. Perfect to create those one pot meals.
Stoneware Radial Salad Plate – Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia – We love the handmade feel of these salad plates that Chip and Joanna Gaines created for their Target collaboration. Beautiful everyday dishware.
Izon Mirror 5pc Silverware Set Gold – Project 62™ –The clean Modernist lines and subdued gold mirror finish on this flatware set.
Stoneware Mini Bowl – Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia – For those who love it simple. We love the size, crafted feel, and sturdiness of these bowls, also from the new collection Chip and Joanna Gaines created for their Target collaboration.
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You can cook it for about 4-6 hours on High or about 7-8 hours on Low, depending on the size of the chicken breasts. Some chicken breasts have the tenderloin rib meat attached, which makes them thicker and longer to cook. So take that into consideration for your cook time.
You can cook it for about 4-6 hours on High or about 7-8 hours on Low, depending on the size of the chicken breasts. Some chicken breasts have the tenderloin rib meat attached, which makes them thicker and longer to cook. So take that into consideration for your cook time.
See post for additional recipe details and to watch the video on making the slow-cooker miracle garlic chicken.
- 2 pounds (910g) boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 (8oz - 225g ea) packages of cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 teaspoon onion powder (or 2 teaspoons dried minced onion)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 (1 oz.-28g ea) packages of dry Ranch seasoning - 6 Tablespoons total
- 1/4 cup (60ml) minced parsley
- salt , to taste if needed
- In 4 or 6 quart slow-cooker, add chicken, cream cheese, butter, garlic, onion powder (or dried minced onion), paprika, black pepper and dry ranch seasoning.
- Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for about 4 hours.
- Shred chicken and give everything in the slow cooker a good stir to combine all the ingredients.
- Add minced parsley and salt to taste, if needed.
- Serve warm on rolls, in a sandwich, in tortillas, on rice, or on pasta.
Lady Judith says
May I use an 8 quart slow cooker? Do I need to make any adjustments?
Thanks
Best Recipe Box says
Hello Judith, yes you can use the larger slow cooker, but it might cook a little quicker too. So you might have to adjust cooking times.
Tisha W. says
I thought the name of the recipe was a little overboard. Then I made it and now believe it. This is so good and it’s a miracle how easy it is! Thanks for such a great simple recipe.
Best Recipe Box says
Thanks for not judging the recipe too quick and so glad it was a surprise delight for you!
Jackie says
I’ve made this four times already and just tried it again with the extra can of soup and water. I loved the extra sauce! Dipped bread in it and called it dinner!
Best Recipe Box says
Wow, so glad you’re enjoying this creamy garlic chicken soup on a regular basis!