Get ready to experience the most addictive chicken recipe that's taking the internet by storm! This Instant Pot Crack Chicken is so irresistibly creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor that you'll be making it on repeat. Imagine tender, perfectly shredded chicken smothered in a rich ranch-infused sauce, studded with crispy bacon bits, and topped with melted cheese - all prepared in just 25 minutes with minimal effort. Whether you're a busy parent, a meal prep enthusiast, or just someone who loves incredibly delicious food, this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 6 servings
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 1/2 cup bacon bits
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by cutting chicken breasts into even-sized pieces to ensure uniform cooking.
- Place raw chicken breasts directly into the Instant Pot inner pot, ensuring they are not overlapping.
- Sprinkle the entire packet of ranch seasoning evenly over the chicken breasts, coating them thoroughly.
- Cut cream cheese into cubes and distribute them around and on top of the chicken pieces.
- Close the Instant Pot lid, set the valve to sealing position, and select the Manual or Pressure Cook function.
- Cook on high pressure for 12-15 minutes, depending on the thickness of chicken breasts.
- Once cooking completes, perform a quick release of pressure to prevent overcooking.
- Use two forks to shred the chicken directly in the pot, mixing it with the cream cheese and ranch seasoning.
- Stir in bacon bits and sprinkle shredded cheese over the top, allowing residual heat to melt the cheese.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving hot.
- Serve as a main dish, in sandwiches, over rice, or as a dip with crackers.
Tips
- Choose the right chicken: Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Don't skip the quick release: Performing a quick pressure release prevents the chicken from becoming tough and overcooked.
- For extra flavor, use freshly cooked bacon bits instead of pre-packaged ones.
- If you prefer a thicker sauce, use an immersion blender to mix the cream cheese and chicken juices after shredding.
- This recipe is incredibly versatile - serve it as a main dish, in sandwiches, over rice, or as a crowd-pleasing dip.
- For a lighter version, you can substitute low-fat cream cheese and use turkey bacon.
- Make sure to cut the cream cheese into small cubes for faster melting and more even distribution.
- If you like extra heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or some diced jalapeños before cooking.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 420kcal
Carbohydrates: 5g
Protein: 42g
Fat: 27g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Cholesterol: 143mg
