Slow Cooker Crack Chicken

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Slow Cooker Crack Chicken is one of those easy, throw-it-all-in meals that tastes like you spent hours in the kitchen. With cream cheese, crispy beef bacon, melted cheddar, and ranch seasoning, it’s the kind of comfort food that makes everyone ask for seconds. This version uses chicken thighs for extra flavor and juiciness.

Yield: 6 servings
Total Time: 7 hours 20 minutes (10 minutes prep, 7 hours 10 minutes cook)

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
• 1 oz packet ranch seasoning mix (or use dip mix if needed)
• 16 oz cream cheese, cut into cubes
• 8 slices beef bacon, cooked and chopped
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sliced green onions

Optional add-ins or swaps:

• Use chicken breasts if preferred
• Add a chopped jalapeño or use spicy ranch for some heat
• Dairy-free cheese and cream cheese work too

Instructions:

1. Put the chicken in a slow cooker (4-quart or larger). Sprinkle with ranch seasoning and top with the cream cheese cubes. No need to stir.
2. Cover and cook on LOW for 7 hours. Try not to open the lid during this time so the chicken stays juicy.
3. After cooking, shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks. Mix everything together with the melted cream cheese.
4. Stir in the cooked the beef bacon. Spread the mixture evenly in the slow cooker, then sprinkle the cheddar cheese on top.
5. Cover and let sit for about 10 minutes, just until the cheese melts. Top with sliced green onions and serve.

Equipment:

• Slow Cooker (4-quart or larger)

Serving Ideas:

• Over rice or mashed potatoes
• On toasted buns or inside baked potatoes
• With crackers as a dip
• In lettuce wraps for a low-carb option

Storage Tips:

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days
• Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stove

Nutrition Information (per serving):

• Calories: 690
• Fat: 53g
• Carbs: 7g
• Protein: 44g
• Sodium: 1102mg
• Sugar: 2g
• Fiber: 0g
• Potassium: 583mg

Disclaimer: Nutrition info is estimated and may vary depending on brands and portions. For detailed dietary needs, please consult a nutritionist.