Crockpot Crack Chicken Recipe Easy Homemade Ranch Cheese Dinner
A creamy, cheesy crockpot chicken recipe featuring ranch seasoning, cream cheese, and cheddar, perfect for easy weeknight dinners or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 4-5 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 pounds / 900g)
- 1 oz (28g) ranch seasoning packet
- 8 oz (226g) cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 1 cup (100g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped (optional but recommended)
- ½ cup (120ml) sour cream (can be swapped with Greek yogurt)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground preferred
- Salt to taste
- 2–3 green onions, sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Pat dry 4-5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs / 900g) with paper towels and place evenly in the crockpot bottom. (5 minutes)
- In a medium bowl, combine 8 oz softened cream cheese, 1 oz ranch seasoning packet, ½ cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and creamy. (5 minutes)
- Spread the cream cheese and ranch mixture evenly over the chicken breasts in the crockpot. (2 minutes)
- Sprinkle 6 chopped cooked bacon slices and 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the top. (3 minutes)
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and is tender enough to shred. (4-5 hours)
- Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks or shredding claws and stir to coat with sauce. (5 minutes)
- Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot over rice, pasta, or sandwich buns. (2 minutes)
Notes
For best results, use fresh chicken breasts and softened cream cheese to avoid lumps. Avoid lifting the crockpot lid during cooking to maintain heat. If sauce is too thick after shredding, add a splash of chicken broth or water to loosen. Add bacon toward the end if you prefer it crispy. Can be made in an Instant Pot using slow cook or manual mode.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/6th
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Protein: 28
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