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Bacon ranch crack chicken topped with fresh parsley.

Crack Chicken Recipe

Renee' Groskreutz
This creamy, cheesy Crack Chicken Recipe is the ultimate comfort food! Made in the slow cooker, it’s perfect for sandwiches, dips, or even over rice.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings (approximately 1 cup per serving)

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken breasts or boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 packet ranch dressing seasoning mix regular or spicy, based on preference
  • 16 ounces 2 packages cream cheese
  • 8 strips bacon cooked and crumbled (oven-baked or skillet-cooked, or use pre-cooked bacon for convenience)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 green onions chopped (reserve some for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Place the chicken in the bottom of a large (at least 4-quart) slow cooker and sprinkle with the ranch seasoning mix. Place the blocks of cream cheese on top of the chicken.
  • Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set to low. Cook for 6 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  • Do not drain the cooking liquid. Shred the chicken with forks (can be done in the slow cooker or on a plate) and stir the cream cheese into the shredded chicken along with the cooking liquid.
  • Add the cooked crumbled bacon and half of the chopped green onions and stir well.
  • Top the shredded chicken mixture with the shredded cheddar cheese and place the lid back on the slow cooker. Set to low or warm and allow the cheese to melt.
  • Once the cheese is melted, sprinkle the top with the reserved green onions for a pop of fresh flavor and vibrant color.
  • Serve the Crack Chicken with sandwich buns, tortilla chips for dipping, or over rice for a complete meal.

Notes

This chicken is a great sandwich filling but also delicious served with tortilla chips for dipping.Do not drain the cooking liquid from the chicken. Once the chicken is shredded and the liquid and cream cheese mixed in, it will be the perfect consistency.This recipe is also delicious made with boneless, skinless chicken thighs instead of chicken breast.
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