Description
This Creamy Crockpot Crack Chicken recipe is a deliciously comforting and flavorful dish made effortlessly in a slow cooker. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked with ranch seasoning and cream cheese to create a rich and creamy base, then mixed with crispy bacon, sharp cheddar cheese, and fresh green onions. Perfect for serving on buns, croissants, or tortillas, this dish is ideal for easy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese
Mix-ins and Toppings
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon (adjust to preference)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 green onions, sliced
Serving
- Buns, croissants, tortillas, or preferred bread for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the crockpot: Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot. Sprinkle the packet of ranch dressing mix evenly over the chicken. Lay the block of cream cheese on top of the chicken breasts to start melting and infusing flavor during cooking.
- Cook the chicken: Cover the crockpot and cook on low heat for 6 to 7 hours. This slow cooking will make the chicken tender and allow flavors to meld beautifully.
- Shred and combine: After cooking, remove the lid and shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks. Stir thoroughly to incorporate the melted cream cheese into the shredded chicken, creating a creamy consistency.
- Add cheeses and bacon: Add the shredded cheddar cheese, cooked crumbled bacon, and sliced green onions to the crockpot. Stir everything together until well combined and the cheese starts to melt into the mixture.
- Serve: Spoon the creamy crack chicken onto buns, croissants, or tortillas for delicious sandwiches. This mixture is versatile and can also be served over rice or as a dip.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of bacon depending on how strong you want the smoky flavor.
- For a spicier kick, add some diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the crockpot.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This recipe can be doubled easily to feed a larger crowd.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
