Shredded crack chicken can be utilized in many variations, and makes a yummy left over. Try pairing with Easy Coleslaw, or for more shredded meat goodness check out Café Rio Shredded Chicken and Pulled Pork.
what is crack chicken?
I thought the name “crack” chicken came from how deliciously addicting this chicken is, but apparently I was way off! Although it IS crazy delicious. It turns out “crack” is actually a term used for a certain combination of ingredients: cheese, Ranch seasoning and bacon. Aside from crack chicken there’s crack bread, crack pasta, crack dip. All referring to the use of those 3 ingredients. Crack chicken uses the flavoring from my favorite ranch dressing and combines my equal love of bacon for a delicious dish that can be enjoyed in so many different ways!
Crock pot crack chicken
COOK. Spray a crock pot with cooking spray, then place the chicken breasts in the pot. Add the cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, and hot sauce. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours. SHRED, MIX & COOK. Remove the chicken from the pot and shred with two forks. Stir the cream cheese mixture in the pot until smooth, then add the chicken back into the pot. Stir in the grated cheese. Cover and cook 30-60 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth. SERVE. To serve, scoop the chicken onto the hamburger buns and top with bacon. Recipe Notes:
You do not need to add water to the pot as the chicken will release its own natural juices.For even more flavorful chicken use boneless chicken thighs.Double or triple the recipe for larger crowds or to freeze some for later.
tasty variations
How to serve this tasty crack chicken:
in a hamburger bunover riceover noodleswrapped in a tortillain a lettuce wrapwith crackersover a baked potatowith pretzel rolls
Not only can you change up the methods of serving, but you can also add mushrooms, diced chilies or jalapenos, red or green onions, diced tomatoes or add a slice of American cheese to the sandwich.
Store & freeze
Make ahead and STORE covered in the fridge 3-4 days. FREEZE in a ziploc or storage container for 1-2 months. REHEAT in the microwave or in a skillet on the stove. Add a bit of milk to smooth it out as it warms.
More Delicious Chicken Recipes:
Baked Honey Mustard ChickenChicken ScallopiniChicken Fried SteakMayo Parmesan Chicken BakeHuli Huli ChickenCrock Pot Chicken Alfredo
