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Creamy Crockpot Crack Chicken Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Ranch Bacon Dinner

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A rich, comforting, and ridiculously easy crockpot chicken recipe with ranch seasoning, cream cheese, and bacon that comes together with just five main ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch seasoning mix
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • 2–3 stalks green onions, sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook 6 slices of bacon until crispy, either in a skillet or oven. Drain on paper towels, then crumble into small pieces. Set aside. (About 10 minutes)
  2. In a medium bowl, soften 8 ounces of cream cheese and stir in the ranch seasoning packet until smooth and well combined. (5 minutes)
  3. Place 2 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken breasts into the bottom of your crockpot in a single layer if possible.
  4. Dollop the ranch-cream cheese blend evenly over the chicken breasts.
  5. Scatter the crumbled bacon over the top, followed by 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese if using.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours, or on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is tender enough to shred easily.
  7. Remove the chicken breasts and shred them using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir everything together to combine with the creamy sauce.
  8. Sprinkle sliced green onions on top if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

If the sauce is too thick after shredding, add a splash of chicken broth or milk to loosen it. Use evenly sized chicken breasts for even cooking. Do not skip softening the cream cheese to avoid lumps. Cooking bacon beforehand is necessary for crispy texture and flavor. Avoid lifting the crockpot lid during cooking to maintain temperature.

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