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Slow-Cooker 'Crack Chicken' with Bacon and Ranch

Chef Emily Carter By Chef Emily Carter
• Published: Aug 26, 2026 (Updated: Aug 27, 2026) • ★ 4.9 (430 ratings)
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Slow-Cooker 'Crack Chicken' with Bacon and Ranch
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
360 mins
Total Time
370 mins
Servings
6 servings
Calories
480 kcal
Cuisine
American

Named for its undeniably addictive flavor, Slow-Cooker Crack Chicken combines tender chicken breasts, zesty ranch seasoning, rich cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and smoky crumbled bacon into a creamy dream meal.

Slow-Cooker 'Crack Chicken' with Bacon and Ranch

★ 4.9 / 5 (430 reader reviews) Yield: 6 servings

Shredded chicken slow-cooked with cream cheese, ranch seasoning, cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon. Ultra-addictive comfort food made in the Crockpot!

🛒 Ingredients

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1
    Place chicken breasts in bottom of slow cooker.
  2. 2
    Sprinkle dry ranch seasoning packet evenly over chicken.
  3. 3
    Top with cubed cream cheese blocks.
  4. 4
    Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours (or HIGH for 3.5-4 hours) until chicken is fork tender.
  5. 5
    Shred chicken directly in slow cooker using two forks.
  6. 6
    Stir shredded chicken and cream cheese together until smooth.
  7. 7
    Stir in shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled crispy bacon, and green scallions.
  8. 8
    Serve warm on toasted buns, in wraps, or over baked potatoes.
💡 Chef's Insider Tip: Low-carb keto friendly! Serve over crisp romaine lettuce leaves or roasted cauliflower for a keto weeknight feast.

🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

480
Calories
42g
Protein
4g
Carbs
32g
Fat
0g
Fiber

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Chef Emily Carter

Recipe Created by Chef Emily Carter

Professional culinary chef and recipe developer with 12+ years of experience crafting foolproof family meals, comfort food classics, and healthy weeknight dinners.

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