Crock pot Crack Chicken Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts )
(Diced into 1 inch pieces
- 8 oz cream cheese )
(softened at room temperature
- 1 can cream of chicken soup )
(10.5 oz can
- 1 packet dry ranch seasoning mix )
(1 oz packet
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 12 slices bacon divided )
(cooked and diced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 1/2 cup elbow macaroni
- 3 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions )
(thinly sliced
Directions
- 1
In a large size bowl, beat together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, ranch seasoning mix and pepper with a hand held mixer until creamy.
- 2
Then gently mix in the chicken, half of the cheddar cheese and half of the chopped bacon. Stir by hand carefully until the ingredients are completely combined.
- 3
Pour the chicken mixture into the crock pot.
- 4
Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours until the chicken is cooked through. We do not recommend cooking this one on high.
- 5
Cook the pasta based on the box instructions to al dente.
- 6
After the cook time, stir in the cream cheese until melted.
- 7
Next, gently stir the cooked pasta into the crock pot mixture.
- 8
Top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese, bacon and the sliced green onions.
- 9
Cover and let the heat from the meal melt the cheese. Serve warm and enjoy!
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About this Recipe
Craving a deeply comforting, hearty meal that practically makes itself? This Crock pot Crack Chicken Casserole is your ultimate answer, delivering an irresistible blend of creamy, cheesy, bacon, and ranch flavor right from your slow cooker. It's the kind of dish that disappears quickly at family dinners.
Why This Casserole Delivers
The magic of this Crock pot Crack Chicken Casserole lies in its effortless preparation and the slow cooker's ability to meld flavors beautifully. The chicken becomes incredibly tender as it simmers in a rich, savory base of cream cheese, cream of chicken soup, and zesty ranch seasoning. This hands-off approach ensures every spoonful is packed with robust flavor, making it a true set-it-and-forget-it favorite.
Expect a symphony of rich, savory tastes and comforting textures. Each bite offers moist, tender chicken enveloped in a lusciously creamy sauce, punctuated by smoky bits of bacon and perfectly cooked elbow macaroni. A generous blanket of melted cheddar cheese adds gooey goodness, while fresh green onions provide a bright, balancing finish. This is pure, unadulterated comfort food that warms you from the inside out.
Customization & Variations
For a different protein twist, consider using shredded turkey instead of chicken, or even a plant-based chicken alternative. You can swap the elbow macaroni for another small pasta shape like rotini or cavatappi if you prefer. If you're looking to add a little heat, a pinch of red pepper flakes would meld wonderfully with the savory flavors.
This Crock pot Crack Chicken Casserole is ideal for a cozy family dinner, a casual gathering with friends, or a potluck where you want to bring a dish everyone will rave about. Serve it warm, perhaps with a simple crisp green salad to offer a fresh contrast to its rich, creamy goodness.