Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Soup (Printable View)
Creamy slow-cooked chicken soup with ranch, bacon, cheddar, and rich flavors in every bite.
# Ingredient List:
→ Main
01 -
2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, fresh or thawed
02 -
4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
03 -
8 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 -
1 packet ranch seasoning mix
→ Finishers
05 -
6 strips cooked bacon, chopped
06 -
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
07 -
1 teaspoon minced garlic
08 -
1 cup heavy cream
→ Optional Additions
09 -
1 cup baby spinach
10 -
diced jalapeños
11 -
diced green onions
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Place the chicken breasts into the slow cooker. Pour in the chicken broth and sprinkle ranch seasoning evenly over the top. Distribute cream cheese in chunks across the surface. Cover with the lid.
02 -
Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 8 hours, or on high for 4 hours, until the chicken is very tender.
03 -
Once the chicken is cooked through, use two forks to shred it directly in the slow cooker.
04 -
Stir in the chopped bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, minced garlic, and heavy cream. Add baby spinach, jalapeños, or green onions if desired. Let the mixture warm through for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
# Supplementary Details:
01 -
Allow cream cheese to reach room temperature before adding for smoother melting.