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Crock Pot Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Recipe {Video}

Published: Apr 10, 2020 · This post may contain affiliate links

Easy 3 ingredient Crockpot Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Recipe! The perfect easy family dinner!  You only need three ingredients to make this great Buffalo Chicken!

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Easy Crockpot Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken
Ingredients needed to make Buffalo Ranch Chicken in the Crock-Pot
Equipment needed
Great crockpot chicken recipes!
Crock Pot Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken
Ingredients
Instructions
Notes
Nutrition

Easy Crockpot Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken

I love using the Crock-Pot to make great meals year-round. It is so nice coming home to dinner taken care of and ready to go.


This year I really want to try more Crock-Pot recipes.

The first recipe I tried in a crockpot was this is Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken. I have to tell you the house smelled amazing while this was cooking.

John came home from work and was trying it before he even changed clothes. John said it was fantastic. I ended up making enough that John had it for lunch the next couple of days.

It kept really well in the fridge and I was able to freeze some of it for another meal.

Crock Pot Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken

We made this recipe originally in 2012. Since then our photography skills have thankfully improved.

This Buffalo Ranch Chicken works great for not only sandwiches but also you can add it to salads, breakfast biscuits, or eggs. It can be a bit spicy depending on which type of buffalo sauce you use to make it.

Ranch dressing or sour cream is a great way to help cool it down if you find it to be a bit to spicy.

Ingredients needed to make Buffalo Ranch Chicken in the Crock-Pot

  • Chicken
  • Hidden Valley Ranch dry mix
  • Franks Red Hot Buffalo Sauce - Hot Buffalo

You could easily use a milder form of Franks Red Hot if you do not want it super spicy.

Ciabatta buns or slider buns

Equipment needed

Crockpot - We suggest using a crockpot that has a digital timer that automatically switches the slow cooker to warm after a set amount of time. This helps make sure your dinner cooks perfectly and you don't have to stress about what time it is going to be done.

Chicken Shredder Claws - These claws make it easy to shred the chicken

Serving Platter or serving spoon - This crockpot chicken dish can be served directly from the slow cooker which makes it fantastic for parties.

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Crock Pot Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken

Simple easy Crock Pot Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken Sandwich Recipe! Only 3 ingredients needed to make this crockpot recipe. Perfect for Super Bowl or any day of the week.
5 from 1 vote
Print Rate
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 375kcal
Author: Tammilee Tips

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds Chicken Breast
  • 1 package Hidden Valley Ranch mix dry mix
  • 12 Ounce Franks Red Hot Buffalo Sauce
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Place chicken in the Crock-Pot
  • Pour Franks Red Hot Buffalo Sauce over the chicken, Sprinkle the Hidden Valley Ranch mix over the top.
  • Cook on high for 6 hours
  • Shred the chicken and enjoy
Slow cooker

Notes

You could easily use a milder form of Franks Red Hot if you do not want it super spicy.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Crock Pot Spicy Buffalo Ranch Chicken
Amount Per Serving
Calories 375 Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Fat 25g38%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Cholesterol 127mg42%
Sodium 1685mg73%
Potassium 321mg9%
Carbohydrates 1g0%
Protein 31g62%
Vitamin A 240IU5%
Vitamin C 2.7mg3%
Calcium 19mg2%
Iron 1.5mg8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Originally shared December 26, 2012, Updated February 4, 2020

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Comments

  1. S Manges

    March 14, 2021 at 8:33 am

    5 stars
    Love with a little blue cheese dressing and a salad

    Reply
  2. Paige

    July 22, 2018 at 12:49 pm

    Was anyone else’s super juicy? Do I need to drain any of it before shredding if I’m serving it in the crockpot?

    Reply
  3. Beth

    June 24, 2017 at 12:07 pm

    Can I use a bottle of regular hot sauce (Crystal, Louisiana, Texas Pete, Frank's) for this? I checked both grocery stores in town, and neither one has any brand wing sauce.

    Reply
  4. Leona Valido

    April 21, 2016 at 12:06 pm

    After seeing some of these recipes, I'm hungry/starving!. Gotta go to kitchen and start cooking!

    Reply
  5. Juanita

    June 28, 2014 at 9:02 pm

    I made this today. I didn't see Frank's at my local Publix, so I wound up with a brand called like Moore's. I can eat buffalo shrimp at restaurants, but I usually wound up drinking a lot of water, as I have an incredibly low spice tolerance, and this dish really exceeded my limit, way too spicy! My sister liked it though, and her boyfriend loved it. I find a lot of crock pot recipes I try are heavy on the salt or much too bland, and this dish was definitely neither of those 🙂 oh, and just a note for others who may try it in the future - my chicken was fully defrosted first, my crock pot settings are just low and high (and keep warm), and I put it on low for 6 hours, and it was fully cooked and falling apart tender.

    Thanks for sharing this recipe!

    Reply
  6. Joel embry

    June 16, 2014 at 7:56 pm

    Tastes like chicken with hot sauce poured on it. I didn't have medium like MOST crock pots so I put it on high. Chicken was dry.

    Reply
  7. Nicole B

    March 05, 2014 at 8:59 am

    This looks absolutely delicious. I love your crock pot recipes.

    Reply
  8. Amanda

    March 04, 2014 at 9:03 pm

    I love using my crockpot so I will add this is our list for the month of March to try out. Thanks!

    Reply
  9. Sarah

    January 23, 2014 at 2:46 pm

    Is the chicken supposed to go in the crockpot thawed or frozen? Or does it matter? I understand this question may have already been answered, but I couldn't find it.

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      January 23, 2014 at 5:32 pm

      Hi, I tend to put mine in still frozen. I just cook it a little longer and check the meat temperature with a meat thermometer.

      Reply
  10. Christy

    October 07, 2013 at 8:36 am

    Does the chicken need to be cooked first or does it go in the crock pot raw?

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      October 08, 2013 at 8:33 am

      I used raw chicken and it cooked in the crock pot.

      Reply
  11. Laurie

    August 22, 2013 at 10:32 pm

    I love my crockpot. My daughter once told someone, "My mom never cooks anymore. She just plugs in her crockpot." What better way to come home from a hectic day than to find something yummy ready for dinner. Love this recipe, and tried it today. Thanks.

    Reply
  12. Kathleen

    August 21, 2013 at 9:29 am

    Did anyone think this recipe was too salty? I followed the recipe and its almost inedible because of the saltiness.

    Reply
  13. jeanette duurvoort

    June 08, 2013 at 10:16 am

    The Zycon chicken you refer to in the Buffalo Ranch...are these breasts? I have not heard of these, but did a search. I like the idea of pure food without being chemically engineered....
    I was thinking if you shred the chicken, maybe you would need dark meat also? Everything looks so good and do-able on your site. THNX

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      June 08, 2013 at 4:08 pm

      Hi, The Zaycon Chicken is chicken breast. They are amazing pieces of chicken.

      Reply
  14. Ashley S

    May 26, 2013 at 3:18 pm

    Just made this for the first time for my husband, who is a spicy fanatic. Best chicken he's ever had! Only have high and low setting so I put the chicken in completely thawed and cooked it on low for 6 hours... came out PERFECT!

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      May 26, 2013 at 3:27 pm

      Ashley, Thank so much for letting us know! I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe. It is one of our favorites.

      Reply
  15. Shawnna

    April 30, 2013 at 11:02 am

    The kids and I made this and wrote up a review for my blog. In short, WE LOVED IT. I made sure to give you credit and added a link to your site. (which I love too!!) Keep up the great work.

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      April 30, 2013 at 11:53 am

      I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe!

      Reply
  16. Tammy

    April 18, 2013 at 4:48 am

    How many does this feed? I was thinking about making this for a work function.

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      April 18, 2013 at 8:14 am

      It makes quite a bit of food. There are only 2 of us and it lasted at least a week with leftovers. You could easily double it if you want more.

      Reply
  17. Amy B

    April 03, 2013 at 4:59 pm

    How much does this feed?
    Can I make 1/2 what it's called for since it will be just hubby and me eating this?

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      April 04, 2013 at 10:50 am

      You could definitely make half portions. I was able to freeze leftovers and they tasted great when we used them later in the month.

      Reply
  18. Melissa

    March 29, 2013 at 2:15 pm

    I am putting this in to my crock pot now! I can't wait to try it!

    Reply
  19. dani

    March 15, 2013 at 2:07 pm

    in the crockpot now !

    Reply
  20. Anne Hernandez

    February 10, 2013 at 10:34 am

    Would this work if the chicken breasts were frozen or should I wait an extra day to try it? It sounds so delish!

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      February 10, 2013 at 10:42 am

      Hi, I put the chicken in frozen.

      Reply
  21. Jen

    February 02, 2013 at 1:47 pm

    Chicken breast frozen or thawed

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      February 02, 2013 at 2:47 pm

      I made it with frozen chicken breast

      Reply
  22. Heather

    January 23, 2013 at 6:56 pm

    What size CrockPot did you make this in? It sounds delicious! I just got my first CrockPot a couple days ago and am dying to make something in it!

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      January 24, 2013 at 11:03 am

      I have a 5 quart crock pot. It turned out amazing. My Husband loved it

      Reply
      • Jennifer Watson

        January 26, 2013 at 9:38 am

        My crockpot has low & high settings, how long when set on high?

        Reply
        • Tammilee

          January 26, 2013 at 10:27 am

          I cooked on low setting for 8 hours. I have not tried it on a high setting.

          Reply
  23. Vanessa

    January 21, 2013 at 1:41 pm

    This sounds yummmy! What size Franks's bottle did you use? Thanks 🙂

    Reply
    • Tammilee

      January 21, 2013 at 1:55 pm

      I used the 12oz bottle

      Reply
  24. Jamie at Prepared to Eat

    January 15, 2013 at 7:01 am

    My hubby and I would love that! I don't think the kids would, though. Maybe they can have leftovers. 😉

    Reply

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