Description
This Creamy Crockpot Crack Chicken recipe is an easy and flavorful slow cooker dish featuring tender shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, bacon, cheddar cheese, and green onions. Perfect for hearty sandwiches or wraps, it’s a crowd-pleaser with minimal hands-on time.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Sauce
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix (about 1 oz)
- 1 8 oz block cream cheese
Mix-ins
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 green onions, sliced
Serving
- Buns, croissants, or tortillas for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the 2 lbs of chicken breasts in the crockpot. Evenly sprinkle the ranch dressing mix over the chicken. Then, place the 8 oz block of cream cheese on top without cutting it.
- Cook Low and Slow: Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on low heat for 6 to 7 hours. This slow cooking will make the chicken very tender and allow the flavors to meld.
- Shred and Mix: Remove the lid and shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks. Stir the shredded chicken well to incorporate the softened cream cheese, making the mixture creamy.
- Add Cheese, Bacon, and Onions: Add 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 to 3/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon (depending on your preference), and the sliced green onions to the crockpot. Stir everything together until well combined and the cheese starts to melt.
- Serve: Spoon the creamy crack chicken onto buns, croissants, or tortillas for sandwiches or wraps. Enjoy immediately while warm and gooey.
Notes
- You can prepare the bacon ahead of time by frying or baking it until crispy, then crumble it before adding.
- For extra flavor, add a dash of black pepper or a sprinkle of garlic powder along with the ranch seasoning.
- If you prefer less dairy, reduce the cream cheese by half or substitute with Greek yogurt for a tangier version.
- This filling also works great as a dip for chips or vegetables.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 1/6 of recipe)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 730 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg
