Slow Cooker Bacon & Ranch Chicken
Slow Cooker Bacon & Ranch Chicken is a comforting dish that brings together juicy chicken breasts, crispy bacon, and rich ranch flavors for an irresistible meal. With minimal prep and the help of your slow cooker, this recipe delivers a savory, creamy delight that will impress family and friends at any gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours (low) or 4 hours (high)
- Total Time: 6 minute
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp black pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Lightly grease your slow cooker with nonstick spray.
- Place the chicken breasts in the slow cooker and sprinkle with ranch seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy; drain excess grease and add it to the slow cooker.
- Pour in the chicken broth to cover half of the chicken and dollop cream cheese on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours without peeking.
- Once cooked, shred the chicken in the pot with two forks and top with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the chicken in a skillet before adding it to the slow cooker. Customize by tossing in vegetables like bell peppers or carrots. To store leftovers, let cool completely before transferring to an airtight container; lasts up to four days in the fridge.