Description
This Crack Chicken recipe is a rich and creamy dish made with tender chicken breasts, ranch seasoning, crispy bacon, and plenty of cheddar cheese. It’s the ultimate comfort food that’s incredibly easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping. Serve it over rice, pasta, or in sandwiches for a crowd-pleasing dinner everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices cooked bacon (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup green onions (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place chicken breasts in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and chicken broth until smooth. Spread the mixture over the chicken breasts.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top of the cream cheese layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted.
- Remove from the oven and top with crumbled bacon and chopped green onions.
- Serve hot with your choice of sides, like rice, pasta, or vegetables.
Notes
- You can use shredded rotisserie chicken to make this recipe even quicker.
- Crack chicken also works great in a slow cooker—just cook on low for 6-7 hours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg