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Simple Slow Cooker Crack Chicken

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 220
This super easy slow cooker crack chicken recipe is a crowd-pleaser, taking just 5 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep time. It’s incredibly versatile and can be served in so many ways—on rice, in a sandwich, or on baked potatoes.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3 lbs)
  • ½ cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cut into cubes (or divided into 4 portions)
  • 1 oz packet of dry ranch seasoning (or 3 tbsp homemade ranch seasoning)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions 

  • Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth over the chicken and sprinkle the ranch seasoning on top.
  • Add the cubed cream cheese over the chicken, then cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
  • Shred the chicken with two forks and mix all the ingredients together until combined.
  • Add the shredded cheddar cheese on top, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese melts completely.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired.

Notes

Cooking Time: 4 hours (on high) or 6 hours (on low)
Serving Suggestions:
  • Serve this delicious crack chicken with rice, pasta, or mashed/baked potatoes.
  • It also makes a great appetizer when served with your favorite crackers!
Calories: 220kcal
Course: Appetizer, Dinner, main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Cooker Crack Chicken