Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Crack Chicken Chili is a rich, creamy, flavor-packed comfort food made with tender chicken, ranch seasoning, bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar. This easy crockpot chili is perfect for busy weeknights, game days, and freezer meals, delivering bold flavor with minimal prep.
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (11 oz) can corn, drained
1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup cooked bacon, chopped
1 (1 oz) packet ranch dressing mix
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1. Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker.
2. Add corn, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, chicken broth, ranch seasoning, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, and chopped bacon. Stir gently to combine.
3. Place the cream cheese on top of the mixture.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours.
5. Remove the chicken breasts and shred using two forks.
6. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir well.
7. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and fully incorporated.
8. Serve hot with cornbread, tortilla chips, or Fritos.
Philadelphia brand cream cheese melts the smoothest in this recipe.
If needed, use a whisk to fully blend the cream cheese into the chili.
This chili can be frozen for up to 4 months.
Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently on the stovetop, in the microwave, or in the slow cooker.