Description
Crack Chicken is an indulgent, creamy dish that combines juicy chicken, smoky bacon, and tangy ranch seasoning, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. It’s a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together. With minimal prep and maximum flavor, this dish will quickly become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook bacon until crispy. Set aside and reserve bacon grease.
- Step 2: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and ranch seasoning. Sear chicken in bacon grease until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Step 3: Add cream cheese to the pan and melt. Stir in ranch seasoning and combine until smooth.
- Step 4: Add bacon and cheddar cheese, stirring until cheese melts.
- Step 5: Serve with a sprinkle of green onions on top.
Notes
- For a creamier sauce, add a splash of chicken broth or milk.
- For a healthier version, use turkey bacon and low-fat cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg