One-Pot Wonder: Crockpot Cool Ranch Chicken That Basically Cooks Itself

Let’s be real: weeknights are a chaotic swirl of “what’s for dinner?” and “how is it already 6:30?” Enter: a slow-cooked hero that asks nothing of you except to toss stuff into a pot, walk away like a boss, and come back to the aroma of victory.

Behold — the Crockpot Cool Ranch Chicken:
A recipe so easy it’s practically a kitchen hack, but tasty enough to trick your tastebuds into thinking you tried.

Ingredients:

• 1–2 lbs chicken breasts (fresh or frozen — we don’t judge)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 packet taco seasoning (or make your own if you’re fancy)
• 1 packet dry ranch seasoning (again, DIY if you’re riding the wholesome train)

Directions:

1. Dump it all into your trusty crockpot. No pre-cooking. No searing. No drama.
2. Cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 4–6 hours (depending on your hunger level and adulting capacity that day).
3. Shred the chicken with two forks like you’re on a cooking show.
4. Serve on literally anything:

Bonus tip:

Make a second batch and freeze it raw in a baggie — crockpot-and-go when Future You needs a break. You’re welcome, Future You.