30 BEST Crockpot Chicken Breast Recipes
This amazing collection of easy Crockpot Chicken Breast Recipes will give you a ton of options when your craving a succulent slow cooker meal. One of our favorites is this easy crack chicken:
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs chicken – boneless skinless thighs or breasts
- 1 packet (1 oz) Ranch seasoning
- 2 (8oz) blocks cream cheese
- 6 strips bacon
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1.5 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 scallions, diced
Instruction:
- Add chicken and chicken broth into crock pot. Sprinkle ranch seasoning all over the chicken. Place cream cheese cubes over everything evenly. Close the lid and cook 4-5 hours on high or 6-7 on low.
- Cook the bacon crisp and crumble it to use later.
- Once chicken is cooked, remove lid and shred the chicken in crock pot itself with the help of 2 forks.
- Top with cheddar cheese and bacon. Replace lid and cook for a few minutes until cheese is melted.
- Garnish with diced scallion and serve.
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FAQ
Can I put raw chicken in a slow cooker?
Yes, you can put raw chicken in a slow cooker! Slow cookers and Crock-Pots are designed to cook raw meats. The direct heat from the pot, lengthy cooking time and steam created from the tightly covered container destroys bacteria, making slow cooking safe. You can put frozen chicken in a slow cooker, too!
Can I put frozen chicken in the crockpot?
According to the slow cooker and food safety guidelines from the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service, it’s imperative to “always thaw meat or poultry before putting it into a slow cooker.” If this is news to you, you’re not alone.
Do I need to brown of the chicken before it goes in the slow cooker?
Sear the Chicken Before Adding It to the Slow Cooker
Pre-cooking seals in the juices in the poultry and makes it even more tender as you cook it. A caramelized piece of meat will always taste better in your dish.
Is it better to cook chicken on high or low in crockpot?
Cook boneless chicken breasts in slow cooker on LOW for 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 hours. Always cook your boneless skinless chicken breasts on LOW for the best results. I do not recommend cooking boneless chicken breast on HIGH, as it will become very dry and tough, even if you check it early.
