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Bacon Ranch Chicken

Delicious Bacon Ranch Chicken: Your New Slow Cooker Favorite

This Bacon Ranch Chicken recipe is a creamy, cheesy wonder that cooks effortlessly in your slow cooker.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken thighs Use bone-in for extra flavor and moisture.
  • 1 packet Ranch seasoning
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 2 packages Cream cheese Makes the dish luxuriously creamy.
  • 0.5 cups Heavy cream Adds richness and depth.
  • 4 cups Shredded cheddar cheese Enhances the cheesy goodness.
  • 0.25 cups Chopped green onions Adds freshness.
For a Topping
  • 1-2 packages Bacon Crumble for that irresistible crunch.

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Bacon Ranch Chicken
  1. Preheat your slow cooker on low heat while you prepare the creamy mixture.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, heavy cream, cheddar cheese, Ranch seasoning, and green onions. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. Coat each chicken thigh with the creamy mixture, reserving some for later layering.
  4. Arrange the coated chicken thighs in the bottom of the slow cooker in a single layer. Spoon some leftover creamy sauce over the chicken.
  5. Sprinkle crumbled bacon on top of the chicken layers.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
  7. Let sit for a few minutes before serving. Serve on a plate or over rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 32gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 500mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 350mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Opt for bone-in chicken thighs for moisture and flavor. Avoid overcrowding in the slow cooker for even cooking.

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