Creamy Crockpot Crack Chicken Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Comfort Meal
A simple, comforting slow cooker recipe using just five ingredients to create a creamy, cheesy, and smoky chicken dish perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes (low) or 3 hours 14 minutes (high)
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet (about 1 oz) ranch seasoning
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon bits
Instructions
- Place 2 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken breasts into the bottom of your slow cooker, spreading them out evenly.
- Sprinkle one packet (~1 oz) of ranch seasoning evenly over the chicken breasts.
- Cut 8 oz of softened cream cheese into cubes and scatter them over the chicken.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and easy to shred.
- Using two forks, shred the chicken right in the crockpot and stir to combine with the cream cheese and ranch seasoning.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar and ½ cup cooked bacon bits over the shredded chicken and stir gently.
- Cover and cook for another 15-20 minutes to melt the cheese and meld flavors.
- Serve hot over rice, toast, or as a dip.
Notes
Softening cream cheese before adding helps it blend smoothly. Add cheese and bacon near the end to keep bacon crispy. If sauce is too thick, stir in a splash of milk or chicken broth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste depending on bacon saltiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 of
- Calories: 350
- Fat: 22
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 28
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