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Delicious slow cooker cream cheese crack chicken dish garnished with herbs

Cream Cheese Crack Chicken

A cozy, creamy chicken dish perfect for busy weeknights that melts in your mouth and brings everyone together.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 7 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 7 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet ranch dressing mix Feel free to use homemade or store-bought.
  • 8 ounces cream cheese (softened) Let it soften at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and flavor.
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions Optional for garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the boneless chicken breasts into the bottom of your slow cooker, ensuring an even layer.
  2. Sprinkle the ranch dressing mix evenly over the chicken.
  3. Cut the softened cream cheese into cubes and scatter them on top.
  4. Cover and set your slow cooker to low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  5. Once cooked, shred the chicken right in the pot using two forks.
  6. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and let it melt for about 10 minutes.
  7. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

For maximum flavor, do not rush the cooking. This dish tastes even better the next day and can be frozen for up to three months.