Description
Keto Crack Chicken is a rich and creamy low-carb dish featuring tender chicken breasts cooked slowly with cream cheese, ranch seasoning, cheddar cheese, bacon, and green onions. This savory recipe is perfect for keto-friendly meals served in wraps, bowls, or crisp lettuce cups, offering a satisfying and flavorful option for those following a ketogenic diet.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
Dairy and Cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Other Ingredients
- ½ cup cooked bacon crumbles
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the 2 pounds of chicken breasts in the slow cooker in an even layer to ensure even cooking.
- Add Cream Cheese and Seasoning: Top the chicken breasts with 8 ounces of cream cheese and the entire packet of ranch seasoning, distributing evenly over the chicken.
- Slow Cook the Chicken: Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 7 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours until the chicken is fully cooked and tender.
- Shred the Chicken: Using two forks, shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker and stir to combine with the cream cheese and ranch mixture.
- Add Cheddar, Bacon, and Green Onions: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, ½ cup cooked bacon crumbles, and ¼ cup chopped green onions over the shredded chicken.
- Combine and Melt: Stir everything together until the cheese melts and ingredients are well combined, creating a creamy and flavorful mixture.
Notes
- Serve over cauliflower rice to keep the meal keto-friendly.
- This recipe can be adapted for the Instant Pot by cooking on high pressure for 20 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American