Cheesy Chicken Dish (Print)

Juicy shredded chicken in a spicy, creamy pepper jack cheese sauce with crispy bacon—easy to make in your skillet or slow cooker.

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 cup grated pepper jack cheese
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, brought to room temp
03 - 2 lbs skinless, boneless chicken breasts
04 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1 packet dried ranch mix (around 1 oz)
08 - 1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon (roughly 6 slices)
09 - 1/4 cup sliced green onions for topping
10 - 1/2 cup chicken broth (optional for crockpot)

# Steps:

01 - Pop the chicken breasts into your slow cooker and sprinkle on the ranch mix, garlic powder, onion powder, and some black pepper. If you’re using broth, pour it in now to keep things moist. Then add the softened cream cheese right on top of the chicken.
02 - Close the lid and cook on low for 4–5 hours or crank it up to high for 2–3 hours. Make sure the chicken is done and hits at least 165°F inside.
03 - Pull the chicken out and use two forks to shred it into pieces. Toss it back into the crockpot, mixing it well with the now melted cream cheese mixture.
04 - Add the grated pepper jack and bacon pieces. Stir everything together until the cheese is fully melted and blended into the mix.
05 - If you’re skipping the slow cooker: Grab a skillet and cook the chicken on both sides for 6–7 minutes or until done. Shred the chicken, then melt the cream cheese with spices in the same pan. Mix in the chicken, grated cheese, and bacon until everything's gooey and combined.
06 - Sprinkle the green onions on top and enjoy while it’s hot. Serve it over rice, pasta, or use it for sandwiches.

# Notes:

01 - Serve it on mashed potatoes, pasta, rice bowls, or even pack it into sliders, wraps, or sandwiches.
02 - If you want it spicier, toss in some red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños.
03 - Save leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to three days.
04 - This dish is low-carb and keto-friendly as long as you skip the starch sides.

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