Description
This Slow Cooker 3-Ingredient Crack Chicken recipe is an effortless and creamy dish featuring tender shredded chicken infused with ranch seasoning and melted cream cheese. Perfect for busy days, it requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor with a rich, comforting texture served straight from your slow cooker.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 8 oz cream cheese, cut into large cubes
- 2 tbsp dry ranch seasoning mix (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts or thighs in an even layer on the bottom of the slow cooker. If using both breasts and thighs, mix them together to ensure even cooking.
- Season the chicken: Sprinkle the dry ranch seasoning mix evenly over the chicken so that most of the surface is lightly coated with the seasoning.
- Add cream cheese: Scatter the cream cheese cubes over the top of the seasoned chicken without stirring it in.
- Cook the chicken: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on LOW for 4 to 5 hours or on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours, until the chicken is fully tender and cooked through.
- Shred the chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly inside the slow cooker. Stir the shredded chicken thoroughly to combine with the melted cream cheese and ranch seasoning, creating a creamy mixture.
- Adjust consistency and seasoning: Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if necessary. If the mixture is too thick, add a small amount of warm chicken broth or milk and stir until it reaches a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Serve: Switch the slow cooker to the WARM setting and serve the crack chicken straight from the pot or transfer it to a serving dish for a crowd-pleasing meal.
Notes
- You can use either chicken breasts or thighs, or a combination of both, depending on your preference.
- For added flavor, try topping with chopped green onions or shredded cheese before serving.
- This dish pairs well with rice, mashed potatoes, or inside sandwich buns for a crack chicken sandwich.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- If you want a lower-fat version, consider using reduced-fat cream cheese.
