Creamy Crockpot Crack Chicken
A creamy, cheesy, bacon-packed slow cooker chicken recipe perfect for cozy dinners and easy weeknight meals. Tender chicken breasts meld with cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and cheddar for a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish.
- 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
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 packet (about 1 tablespoon) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions, sliced (optional)
Instructions
- Cook 6 slices of bacon until crispy (about 10 minutes in a skillet or oven). Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
- In a medium bowl, combine 8 oz softened cream cheese, 1 packet ranch seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon onion powder. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- Pat dry 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Sprinkle salt and pepper evenly on both sides.
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the chicken, then sprinkle the crumbled bacon on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until chicken is tender and easily shredded with a fork. Avoid lifting the lid during cooking.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks. Stir well to mix the shredded chicken with the creamy sauce and bacon.
- Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the shredded chicken and stir gently until melted and combined. Use the warm setting if available to help melt the cheese.
- Top with sliced green onions for garnish and serve warm with your choice of sides.
Notes
[‘Do not skip softening the cream cheese to avoid lumps in the sauce.’, ‘Use fresh bacon for best smoky, crispy texture instead of pre-cooked bits.’, ‘Cook on low heat for tender, juicy chicken; avoid opening the lid during cooking.’, ‘Shred chicken directly in the crockpot to soak up all the creamy sauce.’, ‘For extra creaminess, add a splash of heavy cream or sour cream before serving.’, ‘If sauce is thin after cooking, stir and let sit with lid off for 10-15 minutes to thicken.’, ‘Chicken thighs can be used instead of breasts; adjust cooking time accordingly.’, ‘This recipe can be adapted for dairy-free by using dairy-free cream cheese and cheese alternatives.’, ‘Can be made in an Instant Pot using sauté and pressure cook functions.’]
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/6 of
- Calories: 375
- Fat: 20
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 40
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