Name: Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 480 min
Total time: 490 min
Ingredients: 4-5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts ((depending on the size)); 8 ounces cream cheese (softened); 8 ounces cream cheese with bacon (softened); 2 (1 ounce) packets dry ranch dressing mix; 10 ounces bacon ((cooked and crumbled)); 6 rolls ((or buns, we used onion buns)); 1½ cup shredded Colby Jack cheese

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We love using our slow cookers during the summer months. Our schedules are pretty packed trying to keep the kids busy and entertained all summer.

You can put everything in the slow cooker in the morning and have a fun day with the kids, then come home to an amazing dinner. This chicken sandwich is loaded with flavor and the bacon knocks it out of the ballpark.

In our house, we LOVE bacon. Bacon in the morning, bacon in the evening. Everything is better with bacon. Don’t you agree? Well, this recipe HAS IT!

This slow cooker crack chicken recipe includes all of my favorite things, cream cheese, bread, and cheese, oh yeah and of course the bacon that we have touched on a wee bit.

This is probably one of the best slow cooker recipes we’ve created. Everyone has loved it. It is one of our most popular recipes to date. If all of these things (food, popularity, slow cooker) don’t perk your interested, I don’t know what will!

Honestly, it’s so easy and simple, you will find yourself making it so often you won’t even need to look at the recipe anymore. So once you have that recipe down, let’s add in a few more of our favorite recipes to try like our slow cooker honey baked ham, slow cooker ritz chicken and last but certainly not least, our slow cooker cheesy tortellini.

Check out the lists below to be prepared to make this addicting slow cooker chicken sandwich recipe!

Chicken bacon ranch sandwich ingredients:

Skinless chicken breast
Cream cheese
Cream cheese with bacon
Dry ranch dressing mix (find it HERE if you can’t locate it in your grocery store)
Bacon
Colby Jack cheese
Rolls or buns

If you would like to make your own dry ranch dressing mix, have a look at this homemade ranch seasoning mix recipe from Give Me Some Oven.

Other items you will need to make this easy chicken bacon ranch sandwich recipe:

Slow cooker
Non-stick cooking spray
Medium-sized mixing bowl
Baking sheet
2 forks or stand mixer

how do you make the best slow cooker crack chicken?

Start by spraying your slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray or you can use THESE slow cooker liners (PS they help make clean up easy!). Then, place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.

Now, in a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the plain cream cheese, cream cheese with bacon, 2 ranch dressing mix packets, and the cooked bacon pieces.

Once everything is mixed together well, spread it over top of the chicken breasts that are at the bottom of the slow cooker.

Place the lid on top of the slow cooker and turn it on low for about 6 to 8 hours or on high for about 4 hours or so.

Be sure to watch the chicken and make sure that it doesn’t overcook otherwise it can dry out.

Then, either with two forks or a stand mixer (can shred the chicken fast), shred the chicken and then return the chicken to the slow cooker and stir it back in with the ranch mix. Make sure that the chicken is coated completely.

Serve the chicken on your favorite buns or rolls and then top it off with shredded cheese. Place the sandwiches on a cooking sheet and then put them in the broiler just until the cheese is melted.

You need to watch VERY closely as this will only take about 45 seconds for the cheese to melt and to avoid the rolls from burning.

Then, simply serve and enjoy!

Related recipe: Love anything with chicken and bacon? Then you’ll love our Creamy Chicken and Bacon Pockets Recipe!

Other things you can do!

Some people love to use this with some crackers as an appetizer.
Make them like grilled cheese sandwiches to add a little crunch.

THE BEST SLOW COOKER RECIPES!

Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches

Slow cooker chicken bacon ranch sandwiches are so addicting that you might find this creamy, cheesy, bacon-filled chicken sandwiches on your meal plan for every week!

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 8

Total Time 8 10

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Ingredients

▢ 4-5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, (depending on the size)
▢ 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
▢ 8 ounces cream cheese with bacon, softened
▢ 2 (1 ounce) packets dry ranch dressing mix
▢ 10 ounces bacon, (cooked and crumbled)
▢ 6 rolls, (or buns, we used onion buns)
▢ 1½ cup shredded Colby Jack cheese

Equipment

Slow Cooker

Instructions

Lightly spray your slow cooker with non stick cooking spray. Place your chicken in the slow cooker.
In a medium sized bowl combine the cream cheese, bacon cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, and cooked bacon pieces,and spread over the chicken in the slow cooker.
Cook on low for about 5-6 hours or on high for about 3-4 hours. Watch closely so they don't overcook.
Shred the chicken with 2 forks and stir together well in the slow cooker so chicken is coated well.
Serve chicken on rolls and top with shredded cheese. Stick under the broiler just until cheese is melted. Watch closely-only takes about 45 seconds.

Nutrition

Calories: 1044 kcal · Carbohydrates: 43 g · Protein: 34 g · Fat: 80 g · Saturated Fat: 36 g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 7 g · Monounsaturated Fat: 30 g · Trans Fat: 1 g · Cholesterol: 186 mg · Sodium: 1658 mg · Potassium: 466 mg · Fiber: 1 g · Sugar: 8 g · Vitamin A: 1067 IU · Vitamin C: 1 mg · Calcium: 329 mg · Iron: 11 mg

Cuisine: American

Author: Steph Loaiza

Course: Main Course

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Slow Cooker Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches

INGREDIENTS

4-5 boneless skinless chicken breasts (depending on the size)
8 ounces cream cheese
8 ounces Philadelphia cream cheese with bacon
2 ounces dry ranch dressing mix (2 packets)
10 ounces bacon, cooked and broken into pieces
1 1/2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
6 rolls or buns (we used onion buns)

INSTRUCTIONS

Lightly spray your slow cooker with non stick cooking spray. Place your chicken in the slow cooker.
In a medium sized bowl combine the cream cheese, bacon cream cheese, ranch dressing mix, and cooked bacon pieces, and spread over the chicken in the slow cooker.
Cook on low for about 6 to 8 hours or on high for about 4 hours. Watch closely so they don’t overcook.
Shred the chicken with 2 forks and stir together well in the slow cooker so chicken is coated well.
Serve chicken on rolls and top with shredded cheese. Stick sandwiches under the broiler just until cheese is melted. Watch closely- this will only take about 45 seconds for the cheese to melt!

We also like to serve ours on pitas, noodles, with rice, or even plain, it is delicious. I like to just eat it as is.

Related Recipe: Try our Instant Pot Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches!

Questions & Reviews

Jillian says:

I wonder – could you use canned chicken for this recipe? Would you reduce the cooking time?

Cyd says:

For this recipe you use raw chicken. Canned chicken is already cooked. You could make this with canned chicken by mixing everything all together and heating it through.

Whitney says:

Are you supposed to add cream cheese AND cream cheese with bacon? So a total of 16 oz of cream cheese?

Jillian says:

Thanks 🙂

Andrea Marlene says:

This recipe looks amazing! The only problem is that I can’t find dry ranch dressing mix in my area. Could I add bottled ranch dressing to the crockpot or would it be better to just put some on the bun when serving? Thanks! 🙂

Lo says:

did you ever get an answer to this question? I’ve never seen cream cheese with bacon in the store.

Sadie says:

Some places have bottles in the spice area, but kost have packets with the gravy sauces and taco seasonings and such. If you haven’t looked for the packets I would chdck it out.

My areas Sams club has a large shacker bottle of the mix, maybe you could order one online and have plenty for the future.

Lynne Wilburn says:

I usually find the dry Ranch Dressing mix packets in the salad dressing aisle . if not , there are several recipes online for making your own Ranch Dressing Mix –

Andrea says:

I made this last week. It is so good. The leftovers are great cold the next day too. If Philly ever discontinues the bacon cream cheese I think I’ll cry.

Cyd says:

Yes, just like listed in the ingredients.

Jen says:

Does this freeze well?

Cyd says:

This recipe freezes well in an airtight freezer container.

Bekah says:

Can you use frozen chicken?

Cyd says:

You can use any kind of chicken. It needs to be cooked and shredded.

Melissa says:

Doesn’t this need some sort of liquid? I’m nervous to try it without some water or chicken broth.

Cyd says:

We cooked it as directed in the recipe. You could add a little broth if you are worried. I wouldn’t add much.

Melissa says:

Thanks! I’m trying it tonight!

chad says:

I like the broil idea but I don’t want the bread/rolls to be crusty…when I put it under the broiler will it toast the bread also? if so, any suggestions on how I could melt the cheese without toasting the bread?

Cyd says:

Just leave off the top piece of bread when broiling and watch closely and take out after the cheese has melted.

hi says:

if you use frozen chicken, you wont have to add liquid because it will release liquid when it cooks. I would just check it every 30 mins – hour and stir to make sure not sticking. I made a similar recipe last week and it definitely did not need any additional liquid!

Chelsea says:

I can’t find the bacon flavored cream cheese anywhere. Any suggestions?

Cyd says:

Not sure where you live, but we found it at Smiths grocery stores. They are a chain of Kroger.

Kai says:

I’m making this now! Couldn’t find the bacon cream cheese, so I just used 2 blocks of regular cream cheese. Actually, I used the “Greek” – it’s Greeks yogurt and cream cheese – lots of extra protein and IMO it’s just as good as regular cream cheese. I also used a pack of real bacon bits to save time. Can’t wait to try it later!!!!

Kai says:

I couldn’t find it either, so I subbed another block of regular cream cheese. It’s cooking now – hope it turns out!!

Amber says:

I made the recipe above and served it as a hot appetizer with crackers and toasted baguettes. When it was done instead of putting it on the bread. I put it pie plate that I sprayed with pan release. Sprinkled shredded cheese over the top and broiled until the cheese was melted. It was super yummy.

Heidi says:

If you have a Winco nearby, they have it in the bulk section. I put it in an empty parmesan shaker and always have some on hand.

Robin Mogck says:

This recipe was so easy! I couldn’t find any cream cheese with bacon bits in it so I just fried up a pound and added it. Looking forward to trying more.

Bonnie S says:

Can’t find cream cheese with bacon, any ideas on how much bacon to fry up for a substitute? Really want to try this!

Cyd says:

The recipe calls for 10 ounces of bacon cooked and crumbled into pieces. You could use a 12 ounce package of bacon and be just fine.

Cyd says:

Hi Robin, we are so glad that you liked the sandwiches!! Thanks for stopping by our blog.

Lisa says:

Rude

Kim says:

That’s a great idea, Amber! I think I know what I’m taking to my next get-together! Thanks!

April says:

I couldn’t find any bacon cream cheese either so I added a little of the bacon drippings to give it that bacon flavor. Currently cooking, can’t wait to try it!

Anne says:

I don’t know if I did something wrong but mine was not good and did not look at all like the pictures. My cream cheese almost tasted burnt and I only did 5 hours on high stirring every hour or so.

Emily says:

It says to cook on high for about 4 hours and stresses to not overcook. So you probably overcooked it. I’m guessing 3 hours on high would even be enough. 5 hours on low and you would have been fine.

Nicole says:

My husband and I enjoy this recipe, but find that it’s salty. Any ideas on how to counter that?

Lil D says:

Made this for dinner tonight. 2 pkgs of ranch dressing mix made this crazy salty.

Mary says:

I made this tonight. A bit salty, but when put on a nice bakery bun, it was alright. You could try with 1 dressing mix and I think it would be just fine (maybe add a little bottled ranch if you want more “ranchy flavor). I also used half pound more chicken, and thawed and dried it a bit as I was nervous about too much liquid. I used real bacon bits because I hate frying bacon! After I removed and shredded the chicken, I took out some of the “sauce”, so I could control how much sauce to chicken I had. Mine finished in 5.5 hours on low.

Brandy J says:

Starting the prep now. I did not have bacon cream cheese, as many of you didn’t so I’m using 2 blocks of regular as well. Only 1 pack of ranch mix is 2oz, so I’ll stick to the one. I bought precooked bacon, just need to break it up. Can’t wait to try this!!!

Ayla says:

Hi! I’ve made this tons and yes 16 ounces of cream cheese. I’ve only found bacon cream cheese once. For the times I couldn’t I just added a bit more bacon (or a lot because….. well bacon!).

Brenda says:

Wonder how I can do this in my instant pot… Any ideas?

C. K. says:

We also found this a little too salty. Any other suggestions for making it less salty? Decreasing the ranch seems like it would take away some of the good flavor.

An'Drea says:

Watch the video above its for the instant pot.

Tracy says:

Wait really 16 ozs cream cheese? Can’t be right!!

Cyd says:

One package of regular cream cheese and one package of Philly cream cheese with bacon.

Marci says:

I couldn’t either. So I bought 1 regular and 1 onion and chive! So good!

Julie says:

I would recommend making your own ranch dressing mix (lots of recipes available online) and use less or no salt in the mix.

Joy says:

Ugh! Couldn’t you update the recipe with instant pot instructions? I’m in a rural area with poor internet so watching a ten minute video can take an hour. 🙁

I’ve made these in the slow cooker a few times and are always great. I just add crumbled bacon and only one packet of ranch dressing mix.

Stacy F says:

Yes. Also, I use 2 regular blocks of cream cheese and a whole pound of bacon when I make this recipe.

Jennifer Churchill says:

What is this bacon cream cheese I keep hearing about? This must be an East coast thing? I’m sooo jealous!!! I’d be eating this on crackers all by itself. I already love the veggie cream cheese on crackers. Sigh, guess I will suffer without it 😪

Mandy B says:

I couldn’t find bacon cream cheese so I used Philadelphia jalapeño cream cheese. It had a little bite to it but still so good! Thanks for the yummy recipe😋

Kathy says:

I made this just as the recipe says & it had too much liquid, any suggestions?

Cyd says:

The liquid had to have come from your chicken. There is really no liquid added to this recipe. I would just drain out any excess liquid when you shred your chicken.

Theresa L says:

I wonder can you freeze the leftovers

Momma Cyd says:

The leftovers will freeze great.

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Jillian says:

I wonder – could you use canned chicken for this recipe? Would you reduce the cooking time?
Cyd says:

For this recipe you use raw chicken. Canned chicken is already cooked. You could make this with canned chicken by mixing everything all together and heating it through.
Whitney says:

Are you supposed to add cream cheese AND cream cheese with bacon? So a total of 16 oz of cream cheese?
Jillian says:

Thanks 🙂
Andrea Marlene says:

This recipe looks amazing! The only problem is that I can’t find dry ranch dressing mix in my area. Could I add bottled ranch dressing to the crockpot or would it be better to just put some on the bun when serving? Thanks! 🙂
Lo says:

did you ever get an answer to this question? I’ve never seen cream cheese with bacon in the store.
Sadie says:

Some places have bottles in the spice area, but kost have packets with the gravy sauces and taco seasonings and such. If you haven’t looked for the packets I would chdck it out.

My areas Sams club has a large shacker bottle of the mix, maybe you could order one online and have plenty for the future.
Lynne Wilburn says:

I usually find the dry Ranch Dressing mix packets in the salad dressing aisle . if not , there are several recipes online for making your own Ranch Dressing Mix –
Andrea says:

I made this last week. It is so good. The leftovers are great cold the next day too. If Philly ever discontinues the bacon cream cheese I think I’ll cry.
Cyd says:

Yes, just like listed in the ingredients.
Jen says:

Does this freeze well?
Cyd says:

This recipe freezes well in an airtight freezer container.
Bekah says:

Can you use frozen chicken?
Cyd says:

You can use any kind of chicken. It needs to be cooked and shredded.
Melissa says:

Doesn’t this need some sort of liquid? I’m nervous to try it without some water or chicken broth.
Cyd says:

We cooked it as directed in the recipe. You could add a little broth if you are worried. I wouldn’t add much.
Melissa says:

Thanks! I’m trying it tonight!
chad says:

I like the broil idea but I don’t want the bread/rolls to be crusty…when I put it under the broiler will it toast the bread also? if so, any suggestions on how I could melt the cheese without toasting the bread?
Cyd says:

Just leave off the top piece of bread when broiling and watch closely and take out after the cheese has melted.
hi says:

if you use frozen chicken, you wont have to add liquid because it will release liquid when it cooks. I would just check it every 30 mins – hour and stir to make sure not sticking. I made a similar recipe last week and it definitely did not need any additional liquid!
Chelsea says:

I can’t find the bacon flavored cream cheese anywhere. Any suggestions?
Cyd says:

Not sure where you live, but we found it at Smiths grocery stores. They are a chain of Kroger.
Kai says:

I’m making this now! Couldn’t find the bacon cream cheese, so I just used 2 blocks of regular cream cheese. Actually, I used the “Greek” – it’s Greeks yogurt and cream cheese – lots of extra protein and IMO it’s just as good as regular cream cheese. I also used a pack of real bacon bits to save time. Can’t wait to try it later!!!!
Kai says:

I couldn’t find it either, so I subbed another block of regular cream cheese. It’s cooking now – hope it turns out!!
Amber says:

I made the recipe above and served it as a hot appetizer with crackers and toasted baguettes. When it was done instead of putting it on the bread. I put it pie plate that I sprayed with pan release. Sprinkled shredded cheese over the top and broiled until the cheese was melted. It was super yummy.
Heidi says:

If you have a Winco nearby, they have it in the bulk section. I put it in an empty parmesan shaker and always have some on hand.
Robin Mogck says:

This recipe was so easy! I couldn’t find any cream cheese with bacon bits in it so I just fried up a pound and added it. Looking forward to trying more.
Bonnie S says:

Can’t find cream cheese with bacon, any ideas on how much bacon to fry up for a substitute? Really want to try this!
Cyd says:

The recipe calls for 10 ounces of bacon cooked and crumbled into pieces. You could use a 12 ounce package of bacon and be just fine.
Cyd says:

Hi Robin, we are so glad that you liked the sandwiches!! Thanks for stopping by our blog.
Lisa says:

Rude
Kim says:

That’s a great idea, Amber! I think I know what I’m taking to my next get-together! Thanks!
April says:

I couldn’t find any bacon cream cheese either so I added a little of the bacon drippings to give it that bacon flavor. Currently cooking, can’t wait to try it!
Anne says:

I don’t know if I did something wrong but mine was not good and did not look at all like the pictures. My cream cheese almost tasted burnt and I only did 5 hours on high stirring every hour or so.
Emily says:

It says to cook on high for about 4 hours and stresses to not overcook. So you probably overcooked it. I’m guessing 3 hours on high would even be enough. 5 hours on low and you would have been fine.
Nicole says:

My husband and I enjoy this recipe, but find that it’s salty. Any ideas on how to counter that?
Lil D says:

Made this for dinner tonight. 2 pkgs of ranch dressing mix made this crazy salty.
Mary says:

I made this tonight. A bit salty, but when put on a nice bakery bun, it was alright. You could try with 1 dressing mix and I think it would be just fine (maybe add a little bottled ranch if you want more “ranchy flavor). I also used half pound more chicken, and thawed and dried it a bit as I was nervous about too much liquid. I used real bacon bits because I hate frying bacon! After I removed and shredded the chicken, I took out some of the “sauce”, so I could control how much sauce to chicken I had. Mine finished in 5.5 hours on low.
Brandy J says:

Starting the prep now. I did not have bacon cream cheese, as many of you didn’t so I’m using 2 blocks of regular as well. Only 1 pack of ranch mix is 2oz, so I’ll stick to the one. I bought precooked bacon, just need to break it up. Can’t wait to try this!!!
Ayla says:

Hi! I’ve made this tons and yes 16 ounces of cream cheese. I’ve only found bacon cream cheese once. For the times I couldn’t I just added a bit more bacon (or a lot because….. well bacon!).
Brenda says:

Wonder how I can do this in my instant pot… Any ideas?
C. K. says:

We also found this a little too salty. Any other suggestions for making it less salty? Decreasing the ranch seems like it would take away some of the good flavor.
An'Drea says:

Watch the video above its for the instant pot.
Tracy says:

Wait really 16 ozs cream cheese? Can’t be right!!
Cyd says:

One package of regular cream cheese and one package of Philly cream cheese with bacon.
Marci says:

I couldn’t either. So I bought 1 regular and 1 onion and chive! So good!
Julie says:

I would recommend making your own ranch dressing mix (lots of recipes available online) and use less or no salt in the mix.
Joy says:

Ugh! Couldn’t you update the recipe with instant pot instructions? I’m in a rural area with poor internet so watching a ten minute video can take an hour. 🙁

I’ve made these in the slow cooker a few times and are always great. I just add crumbled bacon and only one packet of ranch dressing mix.
Stacy F says:

Yes. Also, I use 2 regular blocks of cream cheese and a whole pound of bacon when I make this recipe.
Jennifer Churchill says:

What is this bacon cream cheese I keep hearing about? This must be an East coast thing? I’m sooo jealous!!! I’d be eating this on crackers all by itself. I already love the veggie cream cheese on crackers. Sigh, guess I will suffer without it 😪
Mandy B says:

I couldn’t find bacon cream cheese so I used Philadelphia jalapeño cream cheese. It had a little bite to it but still so good! Thanks for the yummy recipe😋
Kathy says:

I made this just as the recipe says & it had too much liquid, any suggestions?
Cyd says:

The liquid had to have come from your chicken. There is really no liquid added to this recipe. I would just drain out any excess liquid when you shred your chicken.
Theresa L says:

I wonder can you freeze the leftovers
Momma Cyd says:

The leftovers will freeze great.