Instructions:
- Lightly spray the inside of the slow cooker insert with non-stick cooking spray (optional).
- Place the chicken breasts evenly across the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the entire packet of dry Ranch seasoning, the garlic powder, and the black pepper directly over the chicken.
- Dollop the pats of butter evenly over the chicken breasts. Pour the cream of chicken soup and the chicken broth over the top.
- Secure the lid. Cook on LOW for 6–8 hours or HIGH for 3.5–4 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreds.
- Carefully remove the cooked chicken breasts to a large cutting board or shallow bowl, leaving the cooking liquid in the slow cooker.
- Shred the chicken thoroughly using two forks or an electric hand mixer on low speed. Stir the shredded chicken back into the cooking liquid in the slow cooker until beautifully coated.
- Let the mixture sit on the Keep Warm setting for 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavours to fully meld.