Introduction

This Creamy Crockpot Crack Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that’s effortlessly delicious. Slow-cooked to perfection, it’s rich, cheesy, and packed with flavor, perfect for sandwiches or wraps any day of the week.

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Ingredients

2 lbs chicken breasts
1 packet ranch dressing mix
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese
1/2 to 3/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 green onions, sliced
Buns or preferred serving bread

Instructions

Step 1: Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot. Sprinkle the ranch dressing mix evenly over the chicken, then place the block of cream cheese on top.
Step 2: Cover the crockpot and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours until the chicken is tender and cooked through.
Step 3: Remove the lid and shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, stirring to incorporate the softened cream cheese.
Step 4: Add the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and sliced green onions. Stir everything until well combined and the cheese is melted.
Step 5: Serve the creamy chicken mixture on buns, croissants, tortillas, or your favorite bread.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika with the ranch mix.
Use turkey bacon or omit bacon for a lighter version.
Swap cheddar for pepper jack cheese if you want a bit of a spicy kick.
This mixture also works well as a dip—just serve with crackers or veggie sticks.

Storage

Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a microwave or on the stove over low heat to keep it creamy. You can also freeze the cooked chicken for up to 2 months; thaw before reheating.

How to Serve

A thick sandwich held by a woman's hand shows a sandwich with three main layers between a soft sesame seed top bun and a plain bottom bun. The top layer is a mix of creamy shredded chicken blended with melted orange cheddar cheese, crisp small red bacon bits, and fresh green onion pieces scattered on and inside. The chicken mixture is rich and textured with some stringy parts and melted cheese strands. There is a slight shine on the chicken mix, giving it a moist look. The sandwich bun is golden brown with a soft, slightly wrinkled texture. The background has a white marbled texture with a white plate and some scattered green onions and bacon bits visible out of focus. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?

Yes, boneless chicken thighs can be used. They may take slightly less time to cook and will be more tender and flavorful.

Do I have to shred the chicken?

Shredding helps the chicken absorb the creamy sauce evenly, but you can also chop it into bite-sized pieces if you prefer a chunkier texture.

Creamy Crockpot Crack Chicken Recipe

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This creamy Crockpot Crack Chicken recipe combines tender slow-cooked chicken breasts with a flavorful ranch seasoning, rich cream cheese, crispy bacon, sharp cheddar, and fresh green onions. Perfect for a hands-off meal, the chicken is cooked low and slow in a crockpot until tender and then shredded and mixed with the cheeses and bacon for a crowd-pleasing, creamy, savory dish ideal for sandwiches, wraps, or as a hearty dip.

Author: Marco
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 6 hours 40 minutes
Yield: 6 servings 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

2 lbs chicken breasts
1 packet ranch dressing mix (about 1 oz)
1 (8 oz) block cream cheese
1/2 to 3/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
4 green onions, sliced
Buns or preferred bread for serving (croissants, tortillas, etc.)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Place the chicken breasts into the crockpot. Evenly sprinkle the ranch dressing mix over the chicken, then place the block of cream cheese directly on top of the chicken.
Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on low heat for 6 to 7 hours, allowing the chicken to become tender and infused with the ranch and cream cheese flavors.
Shred the Chicken: Remove the crockpot lid carefully, then using two forks, shred the cooked chicken directly in the crockpot. Mix the cream cheese thoroughly into the shredded chicken until creamy and well combined.
Add Cheddar, Bacon, and Green Onions: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled cooked bacon, and sliced green onions to the creamy shredded chicken mixture until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Serve: Spoon the creamy crack chicken mixture onto buns, croissants, tortillas, or your bread of choice. Serve immediately for a warm and delicious meal.

Notes

You can prepare the bacon in advance and crumble it to save time.
For a spicier version, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños.
This dish can be served as a dip with crackers or veggies if you prefer.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently on the stovetop or microwave.
Garnish with extra green onions or even a sprinkle of fresh parsley for added freshness.

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