
This creamy and indulgent dish is packed with tender chicken, rich cream cheese, and flavorful seasoning. It’s the perfect meal for busy days, as it requires minimal prep and cooks effortlessly in your slow cooker. With a velvety texture and bold flavors, this crack chicken is a must-try for any comfort food lover. Serve it over rice, pasta, or veggies for a satisfying meal that’s sure to be a family favorite!
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker.
- Season the Chicken: Sprinkle ranch seasoning mix, onion powder, garlic powder, and black pepper evenly over the chicken.
- Add the Cream Cheese: Top the chicken with cubed cream cheese.
- Add the Broth: Pour chicken broth into the slow cooker around the chicken, making sure the seasoning remains on top.
- Cook the Chicken: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
- Shred the Chicken: Once cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks and mix the chicken with the creamy sauce.
- Add the Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the mixture, stirring to combine. Cover and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Garnish and Serve: Optional—garnish with chopped parsley. Serve over rice, pasta, or alongside veggies for a complete meal.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6-8
Nutrition (per serving):
- Calories: 400
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Protein: 36g
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
- Sodium: 750mg
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