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Delicious Crack Chicken served on a plate with herbs and spices.

Crack Chicken

Crack Chicken is a creamy, cheesy dish made with chicken, ranch seasoning, and cheese, cooked in one pot for easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Use fresh or thawed chicken.
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix Use a good quality for best taste.
  • 8 oz cream cheese Make sure it is softened for better mixing.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Add more for a cheesier flavor.
  • 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled Use crispy bacon for better texture.
  • 1/4 cup green onions, chopped Top the dish with additional green onions for serving.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Place the chicken breasts in a slow cooker.
  2. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning mix over the chicken.
  3. Add the cream cheese on top of the chicken.
  4. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Once the chicken is cooked, shred it in the slow cooker and mix with the cream cheese and ranch seasoning.
  6. Stir in the cheddar cheese and bacon.
  7. Serve on sandwiches or over rice, garnished with green onions.

Notes

To store, place in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove. For variations, add different spices like chili powder or paprika, or mix in vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.