Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken
Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken is made with chicken broth, chicken breast, and buffalo sauce.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 150 min
- Total
- 160 min
- Original yield
- Serves 8
- Ingredients
- 6 listed
Make it part of your week
Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Main course
- Primary protein
- Chicken
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: over 60 minutes
A few quick notes
1. Check when to cover
Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.
2. Shred at the stated step
Keep shredding in the order given by the method.
3. Prepare the finishing addition
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
Get to know the ingredients
chicken broth
In the method: Pour the chicken broth into the crock pot.
chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
In the method: Pour the chicken broth into the crock pot.
ranch seasoning (or 1 packet hidden valley ranch, 1/2 tsp reserved)
In the method: Lay the chicken breast on top, then top with the ranch seasoning and ¼ cup buffalo sauce.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 8. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 1/2 cup chicken brothIngredient note
Source: 2 lbs chicken breast (boneless, skinless)Ingredient note
Source: 2 tbsp ranch seasoning (or 1 packet hidden valley ranch, 1/2 tsp reserved)Ingredient note
Source: 1/4 cup buffalo sauce (or more according to how spicy you want it)Ingredient note
Source: 8 oz cream cheeseIngredient note
Source: 2 tablespoons buffalo sauce (or more to taste)
How to make it
0 of 4 steps completeMake room for Crock Pot Buffalo Chicken
Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Stir in 2 tablespoons buffalo sauce adding additional sauce until you reach your desired level of spice.
A little more help as you go
Choose the cooking schedule
Check the slow-cooker setting and timing before deciding when to start.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the crock pot. Start with this step: Pour the chicken broth into the crock pot.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Cover and cook on high for 2.5 hours or low for 3.5 hours. (Cook to internal temperature of 165˚F)
Is there another preparation step to plan for?
Check the slow-cooker setting and timing before deciding when to start.
Additional recipe notes
To Freeze: Place chicken, ranch seasoning, buffalo sauce, and broth in a zip top bag or air tight container. Freeze. When ready to cook, place contents in slow cooker and cook as directed adding an additional 30 min -1 hour to the cook time. Leftovers can be stored in an air tight container in the fridge for 3-4 days or the freezer for up to 6 months, although I try to use it within a month for the best taste. Dietary Considerations: This recipe is naturally Gluten free Low carb Friendly for low carb and keto diets I recommend you use the homemade ranch seasoning when accommodating for these dietary considerations. Please check all packages of products bought to ensure compliance. I am not a nutritionist or dietitian. Nutrition facts provided based on my best estimation for the recipe and may not be accurate depending on what brands you use or modifications you make to the recipe. I recommend using a nutrition calculator with the exact brands and measurements you use for the most accurate calculation. ©2019 Easy Family Recipes
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: easyfamilyrecipes.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.
