{"id":61956,"date":"2023-12-15T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-15T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/12\/15\/crack-chicken-soup-recipe-the-recipe-critic\/"},"modified":"2023-12-15T13:00:00","modified_gmt":"2023-12-15T13:00:00","slug":"crack-chicken-soup-recipe-the-recipe-critic","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2023\/12\/15\/crack-chicken-soup-recipe-the-recipe-critic\/","title":{"rendered":"Crack Chicken Soup Recipe &#8211; The Recipe Critic"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"post-intro\">\n<div class=\"aff-disc\">\n<p>This website may contain affiliate links and advertising so that we can provide recipes to you. Read my <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/privacy-policy\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">disclosure policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"shared-counts-hidden-image-container\" style=\"display:none;\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3.jpg\" data-pin-description=\"All it takes is one bite to obsess over this crack chicken soup! It's loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, ranch seasonings, and all of your favorite creamy crack-inspired flavors!\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<p><input class=\"jpibfi\" type=\"hidden\"\/><\/p>\n<p>All it takes is one bite to obsess over this crack chicken soup! It\u2019s loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, ranch seasonings, and all of your favorite creamy crack-inspired flavors!<\/p>\n<p>If there is the word \u201ccrack\u201d in the title of any recipe, you have my full attention! It means it has the irresistible ingredients of cheese, ranch seasoning, cream cheese, and bacon. Sign me up! Try my other crack-inspired recipes like this <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">chicken<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-casserole\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">casserole<\/a>, or this tasty <a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-dip\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">dip<\/a>.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Top view of crack chicken soup in two bowls with shredded cheese on top.\" class=\"wp-image-237368\" title=\"All it takes is one bite to obsess over this crack chicken soup! It's loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, ranch seasonings, and all of your favorite creamy crack-inspired flavors!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crack Chicken Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-1200x1799.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Top view of crack chicken soup in two bowls with shredded cheese on top.\" class=\"wp-image-237368\" title=\"All it takes is one bite to obsess over this crack chicken soup! It's loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, ranch seasonings, and all of your favorite creamy crack-inspired flavors!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crack Chicken Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-crack-chicken-soup\">Crack Chicken Soup<\/h2>\n<p>Crack chicken soup is our new favorite soup because it is bursting with all the best flavors! It starts with softened vegetables and crumbled bacon\u2026the perfect base for any soup. Then add in shredded chicken, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and sour cream for all that creamy flavor. Finish it off with shredded cheddar cheese and spinach and just wait until you take that first bite! So creamy, so comforting, and so incredibly tasty! It\u2019s going to have everyone wanting seconds.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p>I love a good, hearty soup. If it\u2019s easy to make, that\u2019s even better! After you try this amazing crack chicken soup, try this\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/cheeseburger-soup\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">cheeseburger soup<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/chicken-taco-soup\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">8-can chicken taco soup<\/a>, or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/copycat-panera-broccoli-cheese-soup\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noopener\">broccoli cheese soup<\/a>!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ingredients-you-will-need\">Ingredients You Will Need<\/h2>\n<p>This crack chicken soup needs to be made this week, so make sure you have all the ingredients ready to go! It\u2019s a great recipe for using up leftover shredded chicken if you have it. You can find exact measurements for each ingredient in the recipe card below.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/bacon-recipes\/\" target=\"_self\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">Bacon<\/a>:<\/strong> Crumbled crispy bacon is the best part of this soup. Set some aside for garnish!<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/land-o-lakes-unsalted-butter-1lb\/-\/A-13227053?aflt=plt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Unsalted Butter<\/a>:<\/strong> Butter to saute the veggies.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/yellow-onion-each\/-\/A-13474244?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Yellow Onion<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0Diced onion is a must in soup and adds great flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/celery-sticks-20oz-good-38-gather-8482-packaging-may-vary\/-\/A-82691303?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Celery<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0Diced celery adds great texture.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/organic-carrots-1lb-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-85760297?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Carrots<\/a>:\u00a0<\/strong>Peeled and diced carrots.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/spice-world-fresh-whole-garlic-3ct-bag\/-\/A-14917318?aflt=plt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Garlic<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0Minced garlic adds great flavor.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/chicken-broth-32oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-54581357?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Chicken Broth<\/a>:<\/strong> Chicken broth is the base of this soup.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dry Ranch Dressing:<\/strong> The key ingredient in crack chicken is dry ranch flavoring.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/ground-black-pepper-3oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-77585121?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Black Pepper<\/a>:<\/strong> Cracked black pepper to taste.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/curly-parsley-bunch-each\/-\/A-15027857?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Parsley<\/a>:<\/strong> Fresh chopped parsley for garnish.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shredded Chicken:<\/strong> Cooked and shredded boneless skinless chicken. Leftover chicken is great for this recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/daisy-pure-38-natural-sour-cream-16oz\/-\/A-13451688?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Sour Cream<\/a>:<\/strong> Adds a tangy creaminess to the soup.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/philadelphia-original-cream-cheese-8oz\/-\/A-12958523?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Cream Cheese<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0Softened and cubed cream cheese is delicious in the soup.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/shredded-mild-cheddar-cheese-8oz-good-gather-8482\/-\/A-54337118?aflt=plt#lnk=sametab\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Cheddar Cheese<\/a>:<\/strong>\u00a0Shredded cheddar cheese, plus more for garnish!<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.target.com\/p\/baby-spinach-10oz-good-38-gather-8482\/-\/A-54555552?aflt=plt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Baby Spinach<\/a>:<\/strong> Fresh spinach is a delicious touch at the end of this recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Green Onion: <\/strong>Chopped green onion for garnish and flavor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-the-best-crack-chicken-soup-recipe\">The BEST Crack Chicken Soup Recipe<\/h2>\n<p>In just 30 minutes, you\u2019ll have the tastiest crack chicken soup ready to be devoured! It\u2019s such an easy recipe because it\u2019s all made in the same pot! Follow my full instructions below to walk you through all the steps.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Cook the Bacon: <\/strong>Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and cook the diced bacon. Remove the cooked bacon from the pot and set aside.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Saute the Veggies and Add the Garlic: <\/strong>Add the butter, onion, celery, and carrots. Saute the vegetables until they are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic to the pot and saute for just a minute.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add the Broth, Seasonings, Chicken, Sour Cream, Cream Cheese, and Bacon: <\/strong>Add the chicken broth, ranch packet, pepper, parsley, shredded chicken, sour cream, cream cheese, and cooked bacon. Cook and stir continually until the cream cheese melts into the soup evenly.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add the Shredded Cheese and Spinach:<\/strong> Add in the cheddar cheese and spinach, and cook until the spinach has wilted and the cheese is melted.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garnish and Enjoy: <\/strong>Serve soup with additional cheddar cheese and chopped green onions. Salt and pepper to taste.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"First photo of bacon cooking in a pot. Second photo of veggies cooking in the pot. Third photo of cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, and cooked bacon added to the pot. Fourth photo of cheese and spinach added to the pot.\" class=\"wp-image-240050\" title=\"All it takes is one bite to obsess over this crack chicken soup! It's loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, ranch seasonings, and all of your favorite creamy crack-inspired flavors!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-150x150.png 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crack Chicken Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-1200x1200.png\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-1200x1200.png\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-1200x1200.png\" alt=\"First photo of bacon cooking in a pot. Second photo of veggies cooking in the pot. Third photo of cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, and cooked bacon added to the pot. Fourth photo of cheese and spinach added to the pot.\" class=\"wp-image-240050\" title=\"All it takes is one bite to obsess over this crack chicken soup! It's loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, ranch seasonings, and all of your favorite creamy crack-inspired flavors!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup.png 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-250x250.png 250w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-400x400.png 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-96x96.png 96w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crack Chicken Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/crack-chicken-soup-1200x1200.png\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout cwp-large\"><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-leftovers-callout__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Storing Leftovers <\/h3>\n<p>Have some leftover crack chicken soup? Don\u2019t worry! You can keep it in the fridge or freezer and then enjoy it later. It\u2019s so easy to reheat and retains its flavor and texture perfectly.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>In the Refrigerator:<\/strong> Once the soup has cooled, then store it in an\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/goto.target.com\/c\/2773249\/81938\/2092?subid1=52e41fac28963d1e058a1042&amp;subid2=https%3A%2F%2Ftherecipecritic.com%2Fhamburger-soup%2F%23wprm-recipe-container-223199&amp;sharedid=The%20Recipe%20Critic&amp;subid3=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Frubbermaid-10pc-brilliance-leak-proof-food-storage-containers-with-airtight-lids%2F-%2FA-51097873&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.target.com%2Fp%2Frubbermaid-10pc-brilliance-leak-proof-food-storage-containers-with-airtight-lids%2F-%2FA-51097873#donotlink\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">airtight container\u00a0<\/a>in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.<\/li>\n<li><strong>In the Freezer:<\/strong>\u00a0After cooking and allowing the soup to cool down, transfer it to freezer-safe containers or resealable freezer bags. Be sure to leave some space at the top to account for expansion as the soup freezes. Then, label it with the date. The soup will last about 2-3 months.<\/li>\n<li><strong>To Reheat:<\/strong>\u00a0When you\u2019re ready to use the frozen soup, simply thaw it in the refrigerator overnight. Once thawed, you can reheat it on the stovetop or in the microwave until it\u2019s heated throughout.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-leftovers-callout__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-leftovers-callout --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Top view of crack chicken soup in a pot with a ladle lifting up soup.\" class=\"wp-image-237369\" title=\"All it takes is one bite to obsess over this crack chicken soup! It's loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, ranch seasonings, and all of your favorite creamy crack-inspired flavors!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crack Chicken Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-1200x1799.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Top view of crack chicken soup in a pot with a ladle lifting up soup.\" class=\"wp-image-237369\" title=\"All it takes is one bite to obsess over this crack chicken soup! It's loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, ranch seasonings, and all of your favorite creamy crack-inspired flavors!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crack Chicken Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-4-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips cwp-large\"><!-- .block-quick-tips__icon --><\/p>\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__inner\">\n<div class=\"block-quick-tips__content cwp-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I Cook it in a Crockpot or Instant Pot?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes! This crack chicken soup is a fast and easy soup to make last minute because it uses pre-cooked shredded chicken. But if you have extra time this can be cooked in both a slow cooker and an Instant Pot! If using raw chicken, use 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts. You can also cut down on the cooking time if you decide to use pre-cooked chicken. It\u2019s up to you!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Crockpot Crack Chicken Soup:\u00a0<\/strong>Before adding your ingredients to the slow cooker, go ahead and brown the bacon and saut\u00e9 the veggies. Once cooked, add those to your slow cooker along with all of the other ingredients except for the sour cream, spinach, and cheddar cheese. Those ingredients you\u2019ll add before serving. You can also use raw chicken breasts because they will fully cook in the crockpot. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours. 20 minutes before serving, stir in the sour cream, spinach, and cheddar cheese. Shred the chicken and enjoy!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Instant Pot Crack Chicken Soup:<\/strong>\u00a0To cook this in the instant pot, saut\u00e9 the bacon and veggies right in the instant pot on the \u201csaut\u00e9\u201d mode. Then, add in the rest of the ingredients except for the sour cream, spinach, and cheddar cheese. You can also use raw chicken breasts because they will fully cook in the instant pot. Cook on \u201cmanual\u201d mode for 25 minutes. Then, do a slow release. Stir in the sour cream, spinach, and cheddar cheese. Shred the chicken and enjoy!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><!-- .block-quick-tips__inner --><\/div>\n<p> <!-- .block-quick-tips --><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" alt=\"Top view of a spoon lifting soup out of a bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-237365\" title=\"All it takes is one bite to obsess over this crack chicken soup! It's loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, ranch seasonings, and all of your favorite creamy crack-inspired flavors!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crack Chicken Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-1200x1799.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-1200x1799.jpg\" alt=\"Top view of a spoon lifting soup out of a bowl.\" class=\"wp-image-237365\" title=\"All it takes is one bite to obsess over this crack chicken soup! It's loaded with shredded chicken, bacon, ranch seasonings, and all of your favorite creamy crack-inspired flavors!\" srcset=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-333x500.jpg 333w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-1025x1536.jpg 1025w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-150x225.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" data-jpibfi-post-excerpt=\"\" data-jpibfi-post-url=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-soup\/\" data-jpibfi-post-title=\"Crack Chicken Soup\" data-jpibfi-src=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-1-1-1200x1799.jpg\"\/><\/noscript><\/figure>\n<section class=\"block-post-listing cwp-large layout-4up-grid\">\n<header>\n<div class=\"block-post-listing__title\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-more-tasty-soup-recipes\">More Tasty Soup Recipes<\/h2>\n<p>Soup is comforting, delicious, and feeds a crowd! I love it when the seasons start to change and I can start adding it back into my meal rotations again! There are so many variations and soup flavors my family loves. Check out a few more of my favorites that are hearty and delicious.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"block-area block-area-before-recipe\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta cwp-large\">\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-soup\/&amp;media=https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/crack_chicken_soup-3.jpg&amp;description=Crack Chicken Soup\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"237151\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/therecipecritic.com\/crack-chicken-soup\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<p><!-- This site is converting visitors into subscribers and customers with OptinMonster - https:\/\/optinmonster.com :: Campaign Title: TRC - RECIPE SAVE - DT - INL --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/ OptinMonster --><\/p>\n<p><!-- This site is converting visitors into subscribers and customers with OptinMonster - https:\/\/optinmonster.com :: Campaign Title: TRC - RECIPE SAVE - MB - INL --><\/p>\n<p><!-- \/ OptinMonster --><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-237152\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"237152\" data-servings=\"8\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food\">\n<div class=\"cwp-food-content\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-237152-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"237152\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-237152-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Heat a large pot over medium high heat and cook the diced bacon. Remove the cooked bacon from the pot and set aside.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-237152-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the butter, onion, celery, and carrots. Saute the vegetables until they are softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic to the pot and saute for just a minute.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-237152-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add the chicken broth, ranch packet, pepper, parsley, shredded chicken, sour cream, cream cheese, and cooked bacon. Cook and stir continually until the cream cheese melts into the soup evenly.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-237152-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Add in the cheddar cheese and spinach, cook until the spinach has wilted and the cheese is melted.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-237152-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\">\n<p><span style=\"display: block;\">Serve soup with additional cheddar cheese and chopped green onions. Salt and pepper to taste.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.<br \/>You can keep leftovers in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 2 months. <\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">To cook in the slow cooker, Follow the instructions up to sauteing the vegetables. Once the vegetables have cooked add them along with all the cooked bacon, chicken broth, ranch packet, pepper, parsley, shredded chicken, sour cream, cream cheese into a large crockpot. Set the heat to low and cook for 3 hours, check the soup and stir it after about 2 hours. Add in the cheddar cheese and spinach, cook until the spinach has wilted and the cheese is melted. <\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n<p><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">564<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">32<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">45<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">21<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">157<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1220<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-potassium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">490<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_a\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4273<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-vitamin_c\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calcium\" style=\"flex-basis: 230px\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span 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