Crock Pot Crack Chicken
A simple, comforting dish made with chicken, ranch seasoning, cream cheese, and cheddar, perfect for busy families.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts (Use boneless, skinless breasts for an even cook.)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (Any brand will do. For lower sodium, taste first and adjust.)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened (Let sit at room temperature for better blending.)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (Freshly shredded melts better; sharp cheddar gives more flavor.)
- 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled (Cook bacon crispier for best texture after mixing.)
- 3 green onions, chopped (Use whites and greens; save some tops for garnish.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker.
- Sprinkle the ranch seasoning over the chicken.
- Add the cream cheese on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 7 hours or high for 4 hours.
Finishing Touch
- Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker.
- Stir in the cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions.
- Serve on its own, over rice, or in a bun.
Notes
For extra creaminess, add a splash of milk after shredding. For lighter version, swap half the cream cheese for plain Greek yogurt.