I remember hearing about a crack chicken recipe from Shelly on Cookies and Cups—my ears pricked instantly. A year ago, I’d discovered a crack dip with bacon, cheese, cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, cheddar cheese, and green onions in one bowl, a crazy good dip that made anything taste great, so addicting I could seriously eat it like a table leg.
When I found out I could make that same flavor in a slow cooker, I was sold. The Crockpot makes it easy—cook, shred, stir, and add ranch seasoning and cream cheese for tender, creamy chicken. It’s the recipe that got me hooked, using a few cheap ingredients, especially good with white rice to balance the saltiness.
Crack Chicken Crock Pot-The Short Answer
Now I serve it on buns or tortillas as a hot meal bursting with crack-dip flavor, and it’s better than standing by the table, eating an entire bowlful of dip. You can bet this whole meal of crack chicken brings everything together in a great way.
Ingredients
- Use 2 lbs of boneless, skinless chicken (thighs or breasts), and trim excess fat if desired.
- Add 1 packet of ranch seasoning mix or dressing, then a block of cream cheese (8 oz or 16 oz).
- Mix in cheddar cheese 1 cup, fully shredded.
- Add bacon (⅔ cup), cooked, crumbled or chopped, and drained; you can also use real pieces from salad toppings to save time.
- Finish with green onions, sliced into small slices, and serve on buns—adjust how much you like for the final recipe.
Step By Step Instructions
Prep and Cook
- I usually start with a crockpot, spray with non stick, then add chicken like chicken breasts or thighs
- For Step 1, sprinkle ranch or ranch seasoning from a packet, place the block of cream cheese on top, and cover with the lid
- Cook on low for 6–7 hours, or high for 3-5hours
- Keep it without opening during cooking time—I sometimes chop into smaller pieces so it melts easier
Finish and Serve
- When the chicken is done, remove the lid and shred with forks, then leave it to stir and keep stirring to combine the mix of cooked, shredded meat
- Add cheddar cheese,bacon bits, let it melt for 10 minutes, and spread into an even layer
- Serve it over rice, in sandwich rolls, buns, croissants, or tortillas
- Or go lighter with a lettuce wrap or scoop with veggies, topped with green onions, even on a baked potato—always enjoy
Notes
- From my experience, This recipe is simple and flexible—The best way I like it is served on toasted buns with lettuce and tomatoes
- Or used as a creamy dip for corn chips or tortillas; the possibilities are endless, LOL
- I’ve also used it over baked potatoes or as a taco or quesadilla filling, which are always great
- Sometimes it’s just eaten with a fork—perfect for quick meals with tacos or anything on hand, whether served simply or as something fun
Nutrition
From my experience cooking crack chicken crock pot, I always check the Nutrition info, even if it’s auto-generated and just an estimate:
- Calories (690kcal), Carbohydrates (7g), Protein (44g)
- Fat (53g), Saturated Fat (26g), Cholesterol (275mg)
- Sodium (1102mg), Potassium (583mg), Sugar (2g)
- Vitamin A (1430IU), Vitamin C (1.6mg), Calcium (297mg), Iron (1.9mg)
If you’re on a special diet, I always recommend to use your own calculations and not rely fully on this information.
FAQ’s
What side dish goes best?
I serve this creamy chicken with a good side dish like a simple salad or steamed broccoli and green beans. The protein and starch are covered, so you only need a green vegetable. Add a touch of butter, salt, and pepper for flavor. The veggie doesn’t need to be fancy, just something like this—there’s already so much, it doesn’t have to be anything more. All you is pairing it right with this.
Can bacon bits replace fresh bacon?
I think you could use bacon bits from a jar if they are real, not fake soy things. Maybe you get away, but fresh cooked, crumbled bacon gives better flavor and provides more depth. It’s worth the small trouble of cooking and crumbling, since it’s not much work and the rest of the dish is easy. You can easily make time, but skip it and you may not get the same. Then it’s up to you, that balance of effort, sometimes some shortcuts instead work.
Is this keto friendly to eat?
This recipe is keto friendly. Just leave the bun and put it in a lettuce wrap, or treat it like a dip and dunk veggie strips into it. All you have to do is enjoy it without going out, whether alone or mixed, and this keeps it simple.
How can I make it spicy?
You can make this spicy—just use a spicy ranch packet or add a jalapeno to the recipe for added spice. Adjust it to taste, from a little heat or more. It’s simple, and anyone can try—even I do this often.
