Crock Pot Crack Chicken Casserole
Crock Pot Crack Chicken Casserole is rich, creamy, and packed with flavor! Loaded with tender chicken, cream cheese, crispy bacon, and ranch seasoning, this easy slow cooker meal is pure comfort food your family will love!
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 cooked and diced divided
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 1/2 cup elbow macaroni
- 3 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions thinly sliced
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chicken broth, ranch seasoning, and black pepper using a hand mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Gently fold in the shredded chicken, half of the cheddar cheese, and half of the chopped bacon. Stir by hand until everything is well combined.
- Pour the chicken mixture into the crock pot, spreading it evenly.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 5-6 hours until the chicken is tender and fully cooked. (Avoid cooking on HIGH, as it may affect the texture.)
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Once the cook time is up, stir in the cream cheese until it melts completely, creating a creamy consistency.
- Add the cooked pasta to the crock pot and gently mix until well coated.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, and sliced green onions on top.
- Cover for a few minutes, allowing the heat to melt the cheese.
- Serve warm and enjoy this rich, creamy, and flavorful meal!
Notes
- Use Freshly Cooked or Rotisserie Chicken – For a quicker prep, use pre-cooked shredded chicken or rotisserie chicken instead of raw chicken.
- Avoid Overcooking – Stick to low heat (5-6 hours) for the best texture. Cooking on high may cause the cheese to separate.
- Make it Spicy! – Add red pepper flakes, diced jalapeños, or hot sauce for a kick of heat.
- Thicker or Creamier? – Stir in an extra ¼ cup of cream cheese or a splash of heavy cream for a richer sauce.
- Pasta Alternative – Swap pasta for cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or mashed potatoes for a lower-carb option.
- Best Cheese Choices – Sharp cheddar gives the boldest flavor, but you can also use Colby Jack, Monterey Jack, or Pepper Jack for variety.
- Storage Tip – Leftovers taste even better the next day! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.