Crockpot Million Dollar Chicken (Printable Version)
Rich, creamy chicken with cheese and crispy bacon, slow-cooked to tender perfection.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Poultry
01 - 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
→ Cheese & Dairy
02 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
03 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
04 - ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
05 - ½ cup sour cream
→ Vegetables
06 - 3 spring onions, thinly sliced
07 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
→ Meat
08 - 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
→ Pantry & Spices
09 - 1 tsp onion powder
10 - 1 tsp garlic powder
11 - 1 tsp Italian seasoning
12 - ½ tsp salt, or to taste
13 - ½ tsp black pepper
→ Garnish
14 - Chopped fresh parsley or chives (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crockpot in a single layer.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, sour cream, half the bacon, spring onions, garlic, onion powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix until thoroughly blended.
03 - Spread the cheese mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
04 - Cover and cook on LOW for 5 hours, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is tender throughout.
05 - Sprinkle remaining bacon and fresh herbs over the top just before serving. Serve hot with rice, mashed potatoes, or vegetables.
# Quick Tips:
01 -
- The cheese mixture creates an incredibly velvety sauce that clings to every bite
- Almost zero active prep time means you can set it and forget it
- Leftovers reheat beautifully for an effortless next day lunch
02 -
- Cream cheese can separate if cooked on high, so stick to LOW heat for the silkiest results
- The sauce will look thin at first but thickens beautifully as it cooks down
- Chicken breasts can dry out if overcooked, so check at the 4 hour mark
03 -
- Spray your slow cooker insert with cooking oil for easier cleanup later
- Use chicken thighs if you prefer meat that stays extra juicy during long cooking