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Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Crack Chicken

Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Crack Chicken That Everyone Loves

Delight in this Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Crack Chicken, a creamy, savory dish featuring chicken thighs, cream cheese, and bacon.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs Juicy and tender; can substitute with chicken breasts.
For the Flavoring
  • 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
  • 16 oz cream cheese Softened; add just before serving.
For Topping
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese Opt for sharp cheddar for bolder flavor.
  • 8 slices bacon Cooked and drained to maintain crispness.
For Garnish
  • 0.5 cups sliced green onions Adds color and freshness.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Grease the slow cooker with a light layer of cooking spray or olive oil and add 2 pounds of chicken thighs.
  2. Sprinkle ranch seasoning mix over the chicken thighs evenly.
  3. Dollop cream cheese over the chicken, covering most of the surface.
  4. Set the slow cooker to LOW and cook for 7 hours without lifting the lid.
  5. Shred the chicken with two forks directly in the slow cooker after cooking.
  6. Stir in the softened cream cheese until well combined with the shredded chicken.
  7. Fold in the cooked and drained bacon into the chicken mixture.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the mixture.
  9. Cover and let sit for an additional 10 minutes to allow cheese to melt.
  10. Serve over rice, in baked potatoes, or on sandwich rolls, garnished with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 30gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 780mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights and feeds the whole family. Leftovers taste even better the next day!

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