4 Ingredient Crockpot Chicken Recipe
Introduction
This 4 Ingredient Crockpot Chicken recipe is the easiest dinner you’ll ever make. With minimal prep and simple ingredients, it delivers creamy, flavorful chicken perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch dressing seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 block cream cheese (8 oz, cut into chunks)
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (or bacon bits)
Instructions
- Step 1: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot.
- Step 2: Sprinkle ranch seasoning evenly over the chicken.
- Step 3: Add cream cheese chunks on top of the chicken, then sprinkle with bacon.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.
- Step 5: Shred the chicken using two forks and mix everything together to combine.
Tips & Variations
- Use turkey bacon for a lighter option or add chopped green onions for extra freshness.
- Serve over rice, pasta, or in wraps to make a complete meal.
- If you prefer less creamy texture, reduce the cream cheese to 4 oz.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop to keep the chicken moist and creamy.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use frozen chicken breasts for this recipe?
Yes, but increase the cooking time by an hour on LOW or 30 minutes on HIGH to ensure the chicken is fully cooked.
Is it possible to make this recipe without a crockpot?
You can bake the ingredients in a covered dish at 350°F (175°C) for about 30–40 minutes until the chicken is cooked and tender, stirring halfway through.
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4 Ingredient Crockpot Chicken Recipe
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 10 minutes (LOW); 3 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes (HIGH)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A simple and delicious 4-ingredient crockpot chicken recipe that requires minimal effort. Tender chicken breasts are slow-cooked with ranch seasoning, cream cheese, and bacon, resulting in a creamy, flavorful dish perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch dressing seasoning (about 1 oz)
- 1 block cream cheese (8 oz, cut into chunks)
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (or bacon bits)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the crockpot, ensuring they lay flat for even cooking.
- Add seasoning: Sprinkle the ranch dressing seasoning evenly over the chicken breasts to infuse flavor.
- Layer cream cheese and bacon: Place the cream cheese chunks on top of the chicken, then evenly sprinkle the cooked and crumbled bacon.
- Cook the mixture: Cover the crockpot 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 and combine: Using two forks, shred the chicken inside the crockpot and thoroughly mix it with the cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and bacon to create a creamy, savory mixture.
Notes
- You can use bacon bits if short on time, but freshly cooked bacon adds more flavor.
- Cream cheese can be softened slightly before adding for easier mixing.
- Shredded chicken can be served over rice, pasta, or in sandwiches.
- Adjust ranch seasoning amount to taste if you prefer a milder or stronger flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on LOW or 3-4 hours on HIGH
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: crockpot chicken, easy chicken recipe, slow cooker dinner, ranch chicken, creamy chicken, bacon chicken
