Crack Chicken Soup
Recipe: https://recipestripper.com/recipes/2e5f771f-bc7a-4a12-8344-133d2c336690
Original source: https://thatlowcarblife.com/crack-chicken-soup/
Recipe image: https://thatlowcarblife.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/cream-cheese-chicken-soup.jpg

This creamy soup is easily made in either the Instant Pot or the slow cooker. The chicken comes out so tender and the broth is very rich in flavor. We divide this into 4 portions, but it's fairly rich and could serve 6 smaller portions if needed.
Yield: 4
Prep time: PT5M
Cook time: PT20M
Total time: PT45M

Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds boneless (skinless chicken breasts)
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 slices bacon (fried and crumbled)
- ¼ cup green onions

Instructions
1. [To make this in the Instant Pot] Add the chicken breasts to the bowl of the Instant Pot along with the chicken broth and ranch seasoning.
2. [To make this in the Instant Pot] Cover and set vent to sealing.
3. [To make this in the Instant Pot] Cook on high pressure for 18 minutes. It will take about 10 minutes to reach pressure.
4. [To make this in the Instant Pot] Allow pressure to release naturally, about 10 minutes, before removing the lid.
5. [To make this in the Instant Pot] Remove chicken from the pot and shred. Set aside.
6. [To make this in the Instant Pot] Set the pot to saute and add the cream cheese. Whisk well until the cream cheese is fully melted and incorporated. See note.
7. [To make this in the Instant Pot] Add the cheddar and whisk until melted.
8. [To make this in the Instant Pot] Return the chicken to the pot. Add the bacon and green onions. Stir well to combine.
9. [To make this in the Instant Pot] Serve hot, garnished with extra crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, and green onion.
10. [To make this in the crockpot] Add the chicken breasts to the slow cooker along with the chicken broth and ranch seasoning.
11. [To make this in the crockpot] Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
12. [To make this in the crockpot] Remove chicken from the slow cooker and shred. Set aside.
13. [To make this in the crockpot] Add the softened cream cheese to the broth and whisk well until smooth and creamy.
14. [To make this in the crockpot] Add the cheddar and whisk until melted.
15. [To make this in the crockpot] Return the chicken to the pot. Add the bacon and green onions. Stir well to combine.
16. [To make this in the crockpot] Serve hot, garnished with extra crumbled bacon, shredded cheddar, and green onion.