May 24, 2024
Review RecipeCrock Pot Crack Chicken
This crockpot crack chicken is a fantastic recipe full of creamy, cheesy ingredients that will be a sure crowd pleaser.
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This crockpot crack chicken recipe is so simple to make and beyond irresistible. The classic combination of cream cheese and cheddar melts perfectly into the tender chicken breasts before adding bacon bits and green onions.
Crockpot Crack Chicken Ingredients
You’ll need:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 (1-ounce) packet Hidden Valley Ranch Seasoning Mix, dry
- 16 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
- 8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 to 4 green onions, chopped
PRO TIP:
We’d recommend grating your own cheese. Pre-shredded cheese tends to be coated with an anti-caking agent that prevents it from melting well.
SUBSTITUTIONS AND ADDITIONS
CREAM CHEESE: If you’re watching calories or simply want to keep this meal lower fat, you can use ⅓ fat or fat-free cream cheese. It will taste almost exactly the same when it’s all said and done.
SHREDDED CHEESE: Feel free to mix up the type of shredded cheese you use in this great recipe. I have used mozzarella, Colby jack, swiss, and gouda, or even a combination of cheese, all of which tasted great!
BACON BITS: You can use real bacon, cooked and chopped. Or you can use packaged, store-bought bacon bits. Either will work just fine with this delicious chicken.
CHICKEN: You can also use boneless skinless chicken thighs in place of the boneless chicken breasts in this creamy ranch chicken recipe.
How to make Crack Chicken in Crock Pot
STEP ONE: In a small bowl, combine salt, onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, and the packet of ranch dressing mix.
STEP TWO: Spray the crockpot with nonstick cooking spray. Add the 4 raw chicken breasts to the bottom of the slow cooker. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the top of the chicken breasts. Top the seasoning mixture with the cream cheese cubes.
STEP THREE: Turn the crockpot temperature to low and cover. Let cook for 6 to 7 hours, or until chicken shreds easily with a fork.
PRO TIP:
If you are in a time crunch, you can cook on high for 3 to 4 hours instead.
STEP FOUR: Once the chicken is finished cooking, use two forks to shred the chicken while it is still in the crockpot. Stir the shredded chicken and cream cheese together.
STEP FIVE: Add 1 cup of cheddar cheese to the chicken mixture and stir to combine.
STEP SIX: Top cooked chicken with the remaining cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions. Cover with the lid again, until the cheese has melted.
STEP SEVEN: Serve and enjoy!
PRO TIP:
This dish can be served over rice, on hoagie rolls, over a baked potato, or as a dip with crackers!
How to serve Chicken Crack
Add a salad such as our Caesar salad or cucumber salad alongside your creamy chicken and you will have a complete meal. This chicken is also tasty on a bun, over top of rice or pasta, or in a bowl as a dip.
MORE CROCKPOT RECIPES
Be sure to try out our other delicious chicken recipes in the crockpot. Slow cooker BBQ pulled chicken and crockpot chicken and gravy are both incredibly easy meals and scrumptious recipes!
Storing Slow Cooker Crack Chicken
IN THE FRIDGE: This slow cooker crack chicken recipe can be stored in the fridge, in an airtight container for up to 3 days. This is a great leftover dish because the cream cheese mixture keeps the chicken moist. Simply reheat it in the microwave and serve it your preferred way.
IN THE FREEZER: To freeze crockpot crack chicken, let it cool down completely before transferring it to freezer bags or an airtight container. Make sure to press out any excess air from the bag. Then, place in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Crockpot crack chicken is so creamy and delicious, you’ll be hooked. It can be served in several different ways to make a delicious meal. Simply put all the ingredients together in the slow cooker, set it on low, and forget about it until dinner time.
Crack Chicken Crock Pot FAQs
Can you make this with frozen chicken breasts?
You can use frozen chicken, although we’d recommend thawing them first.
Can I use chicken thighs in this recipe?
This creamy dish would taste delicious with either chicken breasts or chicken thighs if your family prefers dark meat.
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Crack Chicken in Crock Pot
This crockpot crack chicken is a fantastic recipe full of creamy, cheesy ingredients that will be a sure crowd pleaser.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Total Time 7 hours 10 minutes
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 ounce Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning mix
- 16 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
- 8 sliced bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1½ cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 to 4 green onions, chopped
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine salt, onion powder, garlic powder, dried parsley, and the ranch seasoning mix.
- In the crockpot, add the 4 chicken breasts. Sprinkle seasoning mixture over the top of the chicken breasts. Top the seasoning mixture with cream cheese cubes.
- Turn the crockpot temperature to low and cover. Let cook 6 to 7 hours, or until chicken shreds easily with a fork.
- Once the chicken is done cooking, use two forks to shred the chicken while it is still in the crockpot. Stir the shredded chicken and cream cheese together.
- Add 1 cup of cheddar cheese to the chicken mixture and stir to combine.
- Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, and green onions. Cover until the cheese is melted.
- Serve and enjoy!
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Notes
Note: We’d recommend grating your own cheese. Pre-shredded cheese tends to be coated with an anti-caking agent that prevents it from melting well.
Note: If you are on a time crunch, you can cook on high for 3 to 4 hours instead.
Note: This dish can be served over rice, on hoagie rolls, over a baked potato, or as a dip with crackers!
Nutrition
Calories: 480kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 38g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 162mg | Sodium: 1258mg | Potassium: 435mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1382IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 287mg | Iron: 1mg
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Comments
Millie says
Size of chicken breasts? There are multiple sizes available now a days.
Layne Kangas says
They’re a regular size – not the extra-large ones or skinny ones. Enjoy!
GT says
Is there a substitute for cream cheese? Maybe sour cream instead?
Layne Kangas says
I haven’t tried it without the cream cheese, so I am not positive how it will swap out. Enjoy! 🙂
Cristine says
I love this recipe. I was lazy & didn’t shred the chicken but it was great!
Samantha Koskey says
Can you do this with frozen chicken breasts?
Layne Kangas says
I would suggest thawing them ahead of time! Enjoy!
Deborah says
Do you put any liquid in it? Chicken broth and or water?
Layne Kangas says
Nope, you don’t need to add any for this recipe! Enjoy!
Lynn Fronsee says
I put two small cans of cream of chicken soup in without diluting. Turned out great
L says
Excellent – served with baked potatoes and it was a hit!
Joe says
We love how easy and delicious these are.
Debby Iwata says
This recipe sounds wonderful, I’m always looking for good chicken crockpot ones! You ladies are awesome!❤ Thank you so much!
Michelle says
I made the crockpot crack chicken and oh my goodness, it was a home-run in this family which is very unusually. They even asked me to double it next time. I did not use breast. I had frozen cubed chicken breast. So I did not shred. I left the cubes and served over noodles.
Kimberly says
I do no have dry ranch mix. I’m going to use already made ranch. How much and when should I add?
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Kimberly – we haven’t tested it like that so I’m not sure how much to add or what impact it will have on the finished dish. Please let me know if you try it! Enjoy!
Lynn Fronsee says
This was amazing! I added a couple cans of cream of chicken soup in with the cream cheese and chicken. My family loved it!
Michelle Coleman says
Yaaaahhhh! It’s Friday! It’s currently 11:00 a.m., and I thought what better way to kick off the weekend than by making this fabulous-looking recipe for my family for dinner tonight! I was in the process of putting all the ingredients into my handy dandy ninja crockpot when I noticed I accidentally put oregano in instead of parsley. Oops! I guess that is what I get for going into the kitchen without my glasses on. Oh well! It smells extremely wonderful anyway with the little blunder so much so that I don’t think they will notice in the slightest. I also added a can of cream of chicken soup to the mix. Thanks for the great recipe and I hope everyone has a fantastic weekend! God bless.
Myrna says
I love to read recipes and of course make them after the fact.
I have enjoyed your recipes. So fun to make, very easy to follow and tastes fabulous. I’ve printed so many I have a binder full.
Can you tell me the name of your cook book series in hard copy!
Thank you!
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Myrna – so glad you’re enjoying them! We offer our cookbook series in digital download only but it is formatted for printing.
Susan Williams says
Everything looks delicious! Thank you for sharing your recipes to me.
Lindsey Roberts says
Can I use frozen chicken?
Layne Kangas says
Hi, Lindsey – yes, you’ll just need to adjust the cooking time if you’re starting frozen. Enjoy!