Best Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Chili
A rich and creamy slow cooker crack chicken chili loaded with chicken, bacon, beans, corn, and bold spices, finished with melted cheeses for ultimate comfort food.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours 45 minutes
- Total Time: 7 hours 12 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 3 chicken breasts
- 11 oz corn
- 15 oz black beans, rinsed and drained
- 10 oz tomatoes with green chilies
- 2.5 cups chicken broth
- 1.25 cups bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
- 1.5 teaspoons cumin
- 1.5 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1.25 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
1. Cook bacon until crispy, chop into small pieces, cube cream cheese, measure spices, and rinse beans
2. Place chicken breasts in the slow cooker and add corn, black beans, tomatoes with green chilies, and chicken broth
3. Add ranch mix and spices, stir to combine, then mix in the cooked bacon
4. Place cream cheese cubes on top without stirring, cover, and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours
5. Remove chicken, shred with forks, then return it to the slow cooker
6. Add cheddar cheese and stir until melted and fully incorporated
7. Serve hot with optional toppings like extra cheese, jalapeños, sour cream, or tortilla chips
Notes
Cutting cream cheese into cubes helps it melt evenly
Adding bacon early infuses flavor throughout the chili
Use sharp cheddar for a stronger flavor contrast
Adjust spice levels by adding more or less chili powder or green chilies
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage