Slow Cooker Crack Chicken (Printer-Friendly)

Creamy slow-cooked chicken combined with cheese, bacon, and tender rice for a hearty, comforting dish.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Poultry

01 - 2 pounds boneless chicken breasts

→ Dairy

02 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
03 - 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese

→ Canned Goods

04 - 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of chicken soup

→ Seasonings

05 - 1 ounce ranch seasoning packet

→ Grains

06 - 1½ cups uncooked long-grain white rice

→ Liquids

07 - 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth

→ Meat

08 - 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled

→ Produce (optional garnish)

09 - ¼ cup chopped fresh green onions

# Steps to Make This:

01 - Lightly spray a 5-6 quart slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
02 - Place chicken breasts in an even layer at the bottom of the slow cooker, then spread softened cream cheese evenly over the chicken.
03 - Sprinkle ranch seasoning evenly over the cream cheese layer, then add the cream of chicken soup, spreading gently to cover.
04 - Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until chicken shreds easily with a fork.
05 - Remove chicken from slow cooker and shred using two forks; return shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir gently to combine with the sauce.
06 - Stir uncooked rice and chicken broth into the slow cooker until rice is fully submerged and evenly distributed.
07 - Cover and cook on high for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
08 - Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon until cheese melts thoroughly and the mixture becomes creamy and cohesive.
09 - Serve warm, optionally garnished with chopped fresh green onions and reserved bacon crumbles.

# Additional Notes:

01 - Use room temperature cream cheese for smooth incorporation to prevent lumps.
02 - Avoid lifting the lid frequently during rice cooking to retain steam for even cooking.
03 - Add rice only after chicken is fully cooked to avoid mushy texture.
04 - Reserve some bacon for garnish to maintain texture contrast.

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