Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Dip

This 10-Ingredient Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Dip is a creamy, cheesy, spicy dip that’s insanely addicting. It takes only 10 minutes of prep time and the slow cooker does the rest of the cooking.

This Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Dip is too easy to prepare in about 10 minutes. The slow cooker does all of the work for you to cook up this addicting appetizer that has flavors of Ranch and smoked paprika. We keep it easy with about 10 ingredients and also use rotisserie chicken too. It’s sure to be the hit of any party.

When it comes to hosting a gathering or party, this is one of the appetizers always requested by family and friends. We’ll tell you now, be sure to make a double batch because it will be gone before you know it.

Luckily, it’s about the easiest appetizer that anyone can make and cook to success. There’s about 10 ingredients that are easy to find and it takes only 10 minute to prep everything up in the slow cooker. If you love crack chicken, then this dip version is all the same addicting flavors in a creamy, gooey dip.

If you want to try some other recipes similar to this crack chicken dip, be sure to try our Crack Chicken Garlic Bread, and Crack Chicken Pasta. You definitely won’t be disappointed.

Made this for a large family gathering, huge hit. There was none left, I should have doubled up on the recipe. – Josh

Why You’ll Love this Recipe

• Easy appetizer to prep in 10 minutes. For any party, this is always requested by family and friends to be on the menu. It takes almost no time to add the ingredients to the crockpot and then the machine does the rest of the work for you.
• Customize with your favorite spices. We love the classic flavors ranch and smoked paprika, but you can change it up and add some spice by throwing in a pinch of cayenne too.
• Cheesy goodness in every bite. We know this dip is the best because we use three types of cheeses in the mix! They make the dip perfectly creamy with intense flavor.

Ingredients

• Rotisserie chicken: We make it even easier by chopping rotisserie chicken as the protein for the dip.
• Cream cheese: The cheese base that makes the consistency very creamy.
• Bacon: Adds nice texture and smokiness to the flavor.
• Colby Jack Cheese: Gives that melty quality to the recipe.
• Sour cream: Another key ingredients for why this dip is extra creamy.
• Cheese dip: We recommend Arbo’s cheese dip for this recipe, it’s perfection when it comes to flavor and texture.
• Ranch seasoning: The onion-y and garlic-based herb spice blend that we all love.
• Garlic powder: Infuses the dip with rich garlic flavors.
• Smoked paprika: Adds a punch of smoky flavor with a hint of sweetness of regular paprika.
• Black pepper: Brings depth to the dip.
• Onion powder: Adds sweet onion flavors to each bite.
• Evaporated milk: A more concentrated version of milk that has less water content. It’s rich with flavor and also makes the consistency just right.

How to Make Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Dip

1. Remove skin from chicken then remove chicken from bone. Cut up to desired size.

Expert Tips

• Use rotisserie chicken for ease. You can cook chicken breasts from scratch if you desire, but to make this recipe super easy we recommend just buying a rotisserie chicken. It’s also the ideal recipe to use leftover cooked chicken for as well.
• Cook the bacon in advance. You want to cook this before adding to the dip so it’s extra crispy and rich with flavor.
• Swap the cheeses. We use cheese dip, Colby Jack, and cream cheese, but you can also substitute the Colby Jack for another mild cheese like cheddar, Monterey Jack, or even Pepper Jack if you want some heat!
• Make it spicy. Stir in either a pinch of cayenne pepper, chopped jalapeños, or even canned green chilies for some spice.
• Be sure you use evaporated milk. It has more flavor than regular milk and the texture is also slightly thicker. If you want to add heavy cream instead, that works too, just use about 9 ounces instead.
• Serve this dip with tortilla chips, toasted bread, and veggies. We love any classic dippers to serve with the crack chicken dip.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. You can reheat the dip in the microwave or on the stove for a couple of minutes until warmed through. You can also place it back into the slow cooker to reheat.

We don’t recommend freezing this crack chicken dip as it will change the texture. It’s the perfect appetizer to make in advance, just add all of the ingredients to the crock pot 30 minutes before guests arrive and you’ll be good to go.

FAQs

• What if I can’t find Bearded Butcher’s Ranch Seasoning? 

Just buy regular ranch seasoning mix or you can make your own with onion powder, garlic powder, dried dill, dried chives, and a hint of paprika.

• Can you substitute the evaporated milk for something else? 

Yes, you can use 9 ounces of heavy cream instead for a rich and creamy dip.

• Why is my crack chicken dip so runny? 

Be sure you didn’t add to much liquid to the slow cooker. If you need to thicken the dip, just mix 2 teaspoons cornstarch with 2 teaspoons water. Add to the slow cooker nad let cook for 30 minutes until thickened.

More Delicious Appetizer Recipes

• Slow Cooker Ranch Dill Pickle Dip 
• Italian Sliders 
• Bacon-Wrapped Pretzel Bites 
• Cast Iron Shrimp Scampi 

Slow Cooker "Crack Chicken" Dip

This 10-Ingredient Slow Cooker Crack Chicken Dip is a creamy, cheesy, spicy dip that's insanely addicting. It takes only 10 minutes of prep time.

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 2 hours hours

Servings: 20

Equipment

• Slow Cooker
• Arbo's Cheese Dip
• The Bearded Butchers Ranch seasoning

Ingredients

• 1 Rotisserie Chicken skin removed and chicken removed from bone
• 1 block cream cheese(8oz)
• 8 oz Colby jack shredded cheese
• 1 lb bacon cooked and chopped
• 8 oz sour cream
• 12 oz cheese dip
• 2 tbsp Ranch seasoning
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 1.5 tsp smoked paprika
• 1.5 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 can evaporated milk 11oz

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Instructions

• Remove skin from chicken then remove chicken from bone. Cut up to desired size.
• Cook bacon and set aside.
• Add chicken to slow cooker along with cream cheese.
• Add the rest of ingredients including cooked bacon.
• Cook on low for approx 2 hrs, stir until well combined.
• If mixture is not smooth after stirring, let it cook another 30 min.

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Notes

If you want to make this really, really easy then use pre shredded cheese and bacon pieces.  I like bacon so id prob use 1.5-2 cups personally.  Whatever amount you prefer is fine!  Also,  I think whole milk, half and half, or heavy cream would be fine to substitute for the evaporated milk!

Storage: 

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. You can reheat the dip in the microwave or on the stove for a couple of minutes until warmed through. You can also place it back into the slow cooker to reheat. 

We don't recommend freezing this crack chicken dip as it will change the texture. It's the perfect appetizer to make in advance, just add all of the ingredients to the crock pot 30 minutes before guests arrive and you'll be good to go. 

Tips: 

• Use rotisserie chicken for ease. You can cook chicken breasts from scratch if you desire, but to make this recipe super easy we recommend just buying a rotisserie chicken. It's also the ideal recipe to use leftover cooked chicken for as well. 
• Cook the bacon in advance. You want to cook this before adding to the dip so it's extra crispy and rich with flavor. 
• Swap the cheeses. We use cheese dip, Colby Jack, and cream cheese, but you can also substitute the Colby Jack for another mild cheese like cheddar, Monterey Jack, or even Pepper Jack if you want some heat! 
• Make it spicy. Stir in either a pinch of cayenne pepper, chopped jalapeños, or even canned green chilies for some spice. 
• Be sure you use evaporated milk. It has more flavor than regular milk and the texture is also slightly thicker. If you want to add heavy cream instead, that works too, just use about 9 ounces instead.