4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken & Cream Cheese with Pineapple Rings
This creamy and tropical slow cooker chicken is made with just four simple ingredients: chicken, pineapple, cream cheese, and ranch seasoning. A comforting, sweet-savory dish that's low effort and full of flavor. Perfect for busy weeknights.
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 8 oz cream cheese softened and cut into large cubes
- 20 oz pineapple rings in juice juice reserved
- 1 oz dry ranch seasoning mix 1 packet
Instructions
- Lightly grease the insert of a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with oil or nonstick spray.
- Place the chicken breasts or thighs in a single layer in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the dry ranch seasoning mix evenly over the chicken.
- Drain the canned pineapple rings and reserve the juice. Lay the rings on top of the chicken. Pour 1/2 cup of the reserved juice over everything.
- Scatter the cream cheese cubes over the top of the pineapple and chicken.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 4–5 hours, or HIGH for 2–3 hours, until the chicken is very tender.
- Carefully remove the pineapple rings and set aside. Shred the chicken with two forks and mix into the sauce.
- Adjust the sauce by stirring in more reserved pineapple juice, if needed. Season to taste with extra salt or pepper.
- Return the pineapple rings to the top, either whole or chopped. Serve hot over rice, noodles, or a side of your choice.
Notes
For added spice, try mixing in red pepper flakes or topping with chopped jalapeños. Leftovers reheat well the next day!
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 662kcalCarbohydrates: 19.3gProtein: 74.8gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 14.6gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 230mgSodium: 835mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 14.5g