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Life doesn’t get easier than this 3-packet dish! Yummy!
## 🧂 Common 3-Packet Combinations
The beauty of this method is that you can mix and match, but here’s a classic combo that never fails:
### ✔️ Ingredients:
* 1 packet **Ranch dressing mix**
* 1 packet **Brown gravy mix**
* 1 packet **Italian dressing mix**
* 2–3 lbs of **boneless chicken breasts or pork roast**
* ½ cup water or broth
Optional: Add baby potatoes, carrots, or onions to make it a one-pot meal.
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## 🍲 How to Make It
1. **Place the meat** in a slow cooker or baking dish.
2. **Sprinkle all three seasoning packets** evenly over the top.
3. **Add water or broth** to help blend the flavors and keep things juicy.
4. **Cover and cook:**
* In a **slow cooker**: 4 hours on high or 6–8 hours on low
* In the **oven**: Cover with foil and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 1.5–2 hours
5. **Shred or slice the meat** and serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or rolls.
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## 😋 Why It Works
* **Perfect seasoning every time** — No guesswork or spice cabinet chaos
* **Hands-off cooking** — Ideal for busy weeknights or lazy Sundays
* **Budget-friendly** — Uses pantry staples and affordable cuts of meat
* **Customizable** — Try different packet combos like taco mix, onion soup mix, or au jus
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## 🔄 Variations to Try
* **Mississippi Pot Roast**: Chuck roast + ranch mix + au jus + pepperoncini
* **Zesty Chicken Tacos**: Chicken + taco seasoning + ranch + Italian
* **Creamy Slow Cooker Chicken**: Ranch + chicken gravy + garlic herb mix + cream cheese
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## Final Thoughts
This **3-Packet Dish** proves that delicious doesn’t have to mean complicated. Whether you’re a beginner cook or a seasoned pro looking for a break, this easy recipe is a lifesaver. Keep a few seasoning packets in your pantry, and you’ll always have a plan B that tastes like plan A+.
Because when dinner is this easy and this good… why complicate it?
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Want a printable recipe card or ideas for making it into a freezer meal? I’d be happy to help!
