Description
This comforting Crockpot Ranch Chicken and Potatoes recipe combines tender baby potatoes, smoky sausage, and a creamy ranch-flavored sauce slow-cooked to perfection and topped with melted cheddar cheese. Ideal for an effortless, hearty meal with minimal prep, this dish brings together rich flavors and creamy textures for a satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Produce
- 1 ½ lbs baby potatoes, halved or quartered
Meat
- 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced into 1-inch pieces
Dairy
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
Pantry
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Wash and halve or quarter the baby potatoes to ensure even cooking. Slice the smoked sausage into 1-inch pieces to create perfect bite-sized portions.
- Layer in the crockpot: In a 6-quart crockpot, evenly layer the prepared baby potatoes followed by the sliced smoked sausage to build the base of your dish.
- Mix the sauce: In a separate bowl, combine the ranch seasoning mix, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, and olive oil. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
- Pour over potatoes and sausage: Pour the ranch mixture evenly over the layers of potatoes and sausage in the crockpot. Stir gently to combine and ensure everything is well coated with the sauce.
- Cook: Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender and flavors meld together beautifully.
- Add cheese: About 30 minutes before serving, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the dish and cover again to allow the cheese to melt into a creamy, delicious topping.
- Serve: Once the cheese has melted, give the casserole a final stir to incorporate the melted cheese throughout. Serve hot and enjoy this rich, savory comfort meal.
Notes
- You can substitute smoked sausage with cooked chicken sausage or kielbasa for a different flavor variation.
- For a thicker sauce, reduce the chicken broth to ¼ cup and add more sour cream.
- If you prefer a spicier kick, add a pinch of chili flakes or cayenne pepper to the sauce mixture.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or steamed green vegetables for a complete meal.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the microwave or oven.
