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Crock Pot Crack Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Crock Pot Crack Chicken is a creamy, cheesy, and savory slow cooker recipe featuring tender shredded chicken cooked with ranch seasoning, cream cheese, bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for sandwiches, served over rice, or enjoyed in bowls for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Sauce

  • 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 ounces ranch dressing mix (powdered)
  • 16 ounces cream cheese

Add-Ins

  • 8 ounces bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or Colby Jack)
  • ½ cup green onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Add Chicken to Crock Pot: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of your crock pot to form the base of the dish.
  2. Add Liquids and Seasoning: Pour the chicken broth over the chicken breasts, then add the cream cheese and sprinkle the ranch dressing mix evenly on top. Do not stir.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Cover and cook on HIGH for 3 hours or on LOW for 6 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  4. Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the crock pot and shred them using two forks. Alternatively, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker if preferred.
  5. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Stir the sauce inside the crock pot to blend it well, then add the shredded chicken back to the crock pot and mix thoroughly.
  6. Add Cheese, Bacon, and Green Onions: Mix in the shredded cheddar cheese, cooked crumbled bacon, and thinly sliced green onions with the shredded chicken and sauce until well combined.
  7. Serve Warm: Serve the hot crack chicken mixture on sandwich buns or in bowls for a delicious, comforting meal.

Notes

  • For a lower-fat version, use reduced-fat cream cheese and cheese, and turkey bacon instead of regular bacon.
  • If you prefer a spicier flavor, add some red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños when mixing in the cheese and bacon.
  • Make sure not to skip shredding the chicken to achieve the best texture.
  • This dish pairs well with rice, pasta, or fresh bread for serving options beyond buns.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 1/8 of recipe)
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 720 mg
  • Fat: 28 g
  • Saturated Fat: 13 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
  • Trans Fat: 0.3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 4 g
  • Fiber: 0.3 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/crock-pot-crack-chicken-recipe-2/