Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Soup
5 Comments May 04, 2024
Updated May 27, 2024
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This Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Soup recipe combines tender shredded chicken breasts, chicken broth, cream cheese, spinach, and cheddar cheese for a creamy soup your whole family is sure to enjoy. Grab your crock pot and get ready to make this meal that’s just as easy as it is delicious.
If you purchased a big pack of chicken breasts, use the remainder to make a batch of Slow Cooker Mississippi Chicken or Hawaiian Chicken Sliders.
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What is Crack Chicken Soup?
You can probably imagine where this recipe got its name… yes, it is attributed to the fact that once you have one bite, you’ll instantly be craving more. The combination of creamy cream cheese, dry ranch seasoning, yummy cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon creates a downright irresistible flavor concoction. You will also love my Crack Chicken recipe!
When I’m looking for a meal to cook for Sunday afternoons or busy weeknights, this one is my go-to and it’s a hit with the family every single time. It’s also a great choice if you’re looking for a dish with minimal ingredients and a quick cooking time.
Recipe Ingredients
- Chicken: All you need are 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts.
- Ranch Seasoning Mix: The packet comes infused with all the flavors this recipe needs.
- Chicken Broth: Serves as the liquid base and chicken taste enhancer.
- Cream Cheese: This will be cubed prior to adding it to the crockpot. Use up extra cream cheese in this Crockpot Buffalo Chicken Chili.
- Spinach: Fresh baby spinach adds a pop of color and nice veggie taste.
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese: I recommend purchasing a block and shredding it for the best melting option.
- Garnish: Cooked and chopped bacon, along with fresh green onions, add a great finishing touch to this soup just before serving. (The full recipe is in the recipe card below the photos)
Step-by-Step Directions
Step One – Place the chicken breast in the bottom of the crockpot.
Step Two – Sprinkle the ranch seasoning over the chicken.
Step Three – Then pour in the chicken broth and add the cubed cream cheese. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6 hours.
Step Four – Check to make sure the chicken is cooked thoroughly
Step Five – Use two forks to shred each chicken breast.
Step Six – Make sure all chicken is shredded. You can do this in the slow cooker or remove the chicken and shred it in a bowl.
Step Seven – Add the baby spinach and cheese.
Step Eight – Stir and place the lid back on and cook for another 30 minutes until the spinach has wilted and the cheese is melted.
Step Nine – Stir in the bacon and serve bowls of soup with a sprinkle of green onion. Enjoy!
How to Serve
- Serve this delicious soup as-is with crusty bread or dinner rolls for dipping.
- Pair it with a crisp side salad tossed in your favorite dressing for a soup and salad meal.
- Spoon it over cooked pasta or rice to make it a hearty meal.
- Top it with additional shredded cheese, chopped bacon, and sliced green onions for extra flavor and texture.
- Enjoy it alongside your favorite grilled cheese sandwich for a quick soup and sandwich combo meal.
- Don’t forget dessert and set another slow cooker on with Slow Cooker Lava Cake!
Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! Feel free to use that if you prefer to control the salt content of the soup. Chicken stock can also be used as well.
Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Simply reheat it on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
Yes, you can freeze the soup for longer storage. Allow it to cool completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers or resealable bags. Freeze for up to 2-3 months. To reheat, thaw the soup overnight in the refrigerator before reheating it on the stove or in the microwave.
Absolutely! Simply, follow the same instructions, but adjust the cooking time to high pressure for about 10-15 minutes, depending on the size of your chicken breasts.
More Slow Cooker Chicken Soup Recipes
- Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Soup
- Slow Cooker 15 Bean Buffalo Chicken Soup
- Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Soup
- Slow Cooker Chicken Stew
- Slow Cooker Green Chicken Enchilada Soup
- Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita Soup
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Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Soup
Ingredients
- 1½ lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 oz. packet ranch seasoning mix
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 8 oz cream cheese , cubed
WAIT TO ADD:
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 green onion, sliced
Instructions
- Place the chicken breast in the bottom of the crockpot. Sprinkle the ranch seasoning over the chicken, then pour in the chicken broth. Add the cubed cream cheese.
- Set on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours. When the chicken has cooked, remove the chicken and shred, then add the chicken back into the slow cooker.
- Add the baby spinach and cheese. Stir and place the lid back on and cook for another 30 minutes until the spinach has wilted and the cheese is melted.
- Stir in the bacon and serve bowls of soup with a sprinkle of green onion.
Sarah’s Notes
- Store any leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Simply reheat it on the stove or in the microwave before serving.
- This recipe calls for a packet of powdered ranch seasoning mix, not the premade salad dressing that has mayonnaise in it; that will separate if you use it in the soup.
Nutrition
Nutrition info is auto-generated. This information is an estimate; if you are on a special diet, please use your own calculations.
This was so delicious! I had some rotisserie chicken I needed to use up, so I made it on the stove top. Yum! Thanks for the recipe.
Can I use frozen chicken breasts or do they have to be thawed.
I use thawed, and prefer thawed for all of my recipes.
Can I substitute broccoli for the spinach?
You can, I find that broccoli takes about and hour in the slow cooker to soften, you may want to check on it a few times. Depends on how hot your slow cooker runs.