Crock Pot Crack Chicken Pasta Recipe - loaded with tender chicken, smoky bacon, creamy cheddar cheese, and the zesty kick of ranch seasoning. The magic happens in the slow cooker, as the flavors meld together with cream cheese and chicken broth to create a rich and velvety sauce that coats the pasta perfectly. It's a crowd-pleasing meal that's perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with friends and family.
Place chicken in the slow cooker. Sprinkle with ranch seasoning. Pour chicken broth and water over the chicken. Cover and Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours.
Remove the chicken from the crockpot and shred it with 2 forks.
Add cream cheese to the pot and whisk to combine.
Add shredded chicken, cooked bacon, and uncooked pasta to the slow cooker and stir.
Cover the crockpot and cook for 25 to 30 minutes, until the pasta is tender.
Whisk together cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of water. Add to pasta sauce and stir.
Add shredded cheese to the pasta mixture and stir. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, until the cheese has melted.
Notes:
You can use any chicken in this recipe. Boneless skinless chicken breasts, boneless chicken chicken thighs, or chicken tenderloins.
Use turkey bacon and low-fat cream cheese for a reduced-calorie dish.
I suggest using salt-free or low-sodium chicken broth.