Description
This Pepper Jack Crack Chicken is a creamy, slow-cooked dish featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with zesty ranch seasoning, cream cheese, and spicy Pepper Jack cheese. Ideal for sandwiches, wraps, or served over rice, it’s a flavorful crowd-pleaser that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Rinse the chicken breasts under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- Season the Chicken: In a large bowl, sprinkle the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, coating them evenly on both sides.
- Place in Slow Cooker: Arrange the seasoned chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Mix Ranch Seasoning: In a separate bowl, combine the ranch seasoning mix with the chicken broth.
- Pour Mixture Over Chicken: Carefully pour the ranch and broth mixture over the chicken breasts.
- Add Cream Cheese: Place the softened cream cheese on top of the chicken.
- Set Slow Cooker: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- Check for Doneness: About 30 minutes before the cooking time is up, check the chicken for doneness.
- Shred the Chicken: Once fully cooked, shred the chicken in the slow cooker using two forks and mix it with the cream cheese and ranch mixture.
- Add Pepper Jack Cheese: Stir in the shredded Pepper Jack cheese and let it sit with the lid on to melt.
- Incorporate Bacon and Green Onions: Fold in the crumbled bacon and chopped green onions, stirring to combine.
- Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
- Choose Serving Method: Serve the Pepper Jack Crack Chicken in sandwiches, wraps, or over rice.
- Prepare Your Base: Toast buns or bread for sandwiches, or have cooked rice ready if serving over rice.
- Spoon Chicken Mixture: Generously scoop the chicken mixture onto your chosen base.
- Garnish: Optionally sprinkle fresh parsley on top for garnish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot and enjoy this delicious dish!
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Leftovers can be frozen for up to 2 months; just reheat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes