Easy Creamy Ranch Chicken Potato Soup #RSC

2 (3 ounce) packages Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dips Mix

6 1/2 cups water

3 medium chicken breasts , cut into bite size pieces

1 (12 ounce) can evaporated milk or 1 1/2 cups fat-free half-and-half

1 tablespoon butter

1 shallot , peeled and chopped

6 medium red potatoes, washed and cut into pieces to easily fit a spoon

1 lb baby carrots, washed

salt and pepper

2 cups fresh spinach , chopped for garnish