Description
Indulge in the creamy, cheesy goodness of Easy Pepper Jack Crack Chicken. This dish features tender shredded chicken enveloped in a rich blend of cream cheese, pepper jack cheese, and ranch seasoning, delivering just the right amount of spice for a satisfying flavor explosion. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this easy one-pot meal is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it over rice, in tacos, or as a dip with crackers for versatile enjoyment.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Place chicken breasts in a slow cooker and sprinkle with ranch seasoning and spices.
- Add chicken broth if using, then dollop softened cream cheese on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or high for 2-3 hours until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove and shred the chicken using two forks before returning it to the slow cooker.
- Stir in shredded pepper jack cheese and crumbled bacon until melted and combined.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4–5 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg