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Crock Pot Crack Chicken

Crock Pot Crack Chicken: Creamy Comfort for Busy Nights

Crock Pot Crack Chicken is a creamy dream combining chicken and ranch-flavored sauce, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs for added moisture.
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup cooked bacon pieces Turkey bacon can be used for a lighter option.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Soften it at room temperature to avoid lumps.
  • 1 can unsalted cream of chicken soup Cream of mushroom is a good alternative.
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth Homemade or store-bought broth works.
  • 1 packet dry ranch dressing seasoning Homemade ranch seasoning can be a fresh twist.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Add in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
Serving Suggestions
  • fluffy white rice
  • buttered mashed potatoes
  • soft flour tortillas

Equipment

  • 6-quart slow cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts at the bottom of a slow cooker, ensuring they're spread out evenly.
  2. Sprinkle cooked bacon pieces generously over the chicken.
  3. In a medium saucepan, combine cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, ranch dressing seasoning, and cheddar cheese. Heat and stir for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken and bacon in the slow cooker.
  5. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 6 hours.
  6. About 30 minutes before serving, add additional cheddar cheese, stirring gently.
  7. Once cooked, serve over rice, potatoes, or in tortillas, drizzling with sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure cream cheese is softened before use. Cook on LOW heat for the best results. Avoid lifting the lid while cooking.

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