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Creamy Ranch Bacon Chicken in the Crockpot Recipe

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  • Author: Sophie
  • Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 10 minutes (LOW) or 3 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes (HIGH)
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This effortless 4 Ingredient Crockpot Chicken recipe combines tender chicken breasts with creamy ranch seasoning, rich cream cheese, and crispy bacon for a flavorful and comforting slow cooker meal. Perfect for busy days, it requires minimal prep and delivers a creamy, savory dish that works well for sandwiches, salads, or served over rice.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet ranch dressing seasoning (about 1 oz)
  • 1 block cream cheese (8 oz, cut into chunks)
  • 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (or bacon bits)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the chicken: Place the 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts evenly at the bottom of the crockpot to ensure even cooking.
  2. Season the chicken: Sprinkle the entire packet of ranch dressing seasoning evenly over the chicken breasts to infuse them with flavor as they cook.
  3. Add cream cheese and bacon: Distribute the cream cheese chunks on top of the seasoned chicken, then sprinkle the cooked and crumbled bacon evenly over the cream cheese for added richness and texture.
  4. Cook: Cover the crockpot with the lid and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is thoroughly cooked and tender.
  5. Shred and combine: Once cooked, remove the lid and use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the crockpot, mixing it thoroughly with the cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and bacon for a creamy, well combined dish.

Notes

  • You can use bacon bits as a shortcut if short on time.
  • Shredded chicken is perfect for tacos, sandwiches, or served over rice or noodles.
  • For a thicker sauce, cook uncovered for the last 30 minutes to reduce excess liquid.
  • Use low sodium ranch seasoning if you prefer a less salty dish.
  • This dish can be prepared a day ahead and reheated gently for excellent flavor development.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours on LOW or 3 to 4 hours on HIGH
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Crockpot chicken, slow cooker chicken, ranch chicken, creamy chicken recipe, easy crockpot recipe, bacon chicken, shredded chicken

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