Description
Crock Pot Crack Chicken is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful slow cooker chicken dish made with tender shredded chicken breasts, ranch seasoning, cream cheese, bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions. This easy, hands-off recipe delivers a rich and savory meal perfect for serving on buns or in bowls, ideal for busy days or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 ounces ranch dressing mix (powdered)
- 16 ounces cream cheese
- 8 ounces bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (or colby jack)
- ½ cup green onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Add Chicken: Place the chicken breasts into the crock pot in an even layer.
- Add Ingredients: Pour the chicken broth over the chicken, then add the cream cheese and sprinkle the ranch dressing mix evenly on top.
- Cook: Cover and set the crock pot to HIGH for 3 hours or LOW for 6 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred Chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Alternatively, you can shred the chicken directly inside the crock pot if preferred.
- Mix Sauce and Chicken: Stir the sauce inside the crock pot to combine, then add the shredded chicken back in and mix well.
- Add Toppings: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and sliced green onions until everything is well combined and melted.
- Serve: Serve the Crack Chicken warm, either on buns as a sandwich or in bowls for a hearty meal.
Notes
- You can substitute colby jack cheese for cheddar if preferred.
- For spicier flavor, add a pinch of crushed red pepper or some diced jalapeños.
- Shredding chicken inside the crock pot saves cleanup time and helps fully absorb the sauce.
- Serve with sandwich buns, over rice, or with crackers for different serving options.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be reheated in the microwave or on the stovetop.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/8th recipe)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
