Crack Chicken Soup
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My Crack Chicken Soup has been made and loved by so many readers, and it’s easy to see why. It’s rich, creamy, and packed with comforting flavor, but it’s also incredibly easy to make. This is the kind of recipe that feels like a win on a busy night because it comes together without a lot of effort and still tastes amazing. It’s a reliable, go-to soup that turns simple ingredients into something everyone gets excited about.
Creamy Crack Chicken Soup
This is one of those recipes that ends up on repeat because everyone loves it and it never lets you down. It’s the soup that gets requested when comfort food is needed, when schedules are hectic, or when something easy but satisfying sounds really good. Once it’s tried, it quickly becomes one of those recipes that’s always worth keeping in the rotation.
You’ll also love my creamy crack dip recipe that’s perfect for the big game or party.
Why Do They Call It Crack Chicken?
It’s called crack chicken soup because after one bite you can’t stop eating it. It’s so addicting! Crack recipes usually involve chicken, bacon, and cream cheese – what’s not to love?
Crack Soup Ingredients
Below is a list of the ingredients you’ll need to make this recipe. Scroll down to the full recipe card for the specific amounts.
- chicken breasts – lean protein that cooks up tender
- bacon – adds smoky, savory flavor
- onion – builds a flavorful base
- celery – adds mild crunch and aroma
- carrots – a touch of natural sweetness
- chicken broth – creates a rich, savory soup base
- milk – whole for extra creaminess
- cream cheese – makes the soup thick and creamy
- Ranch dressing seasoning – classic crack chicken flavor
- angel hair pasta – cooks quickly and stays tender
- cheddar cheese – melty and comforting
- garlic and garlic salt – boosts overall flavor
How to Make Crack Chicken Soup
Here are my step-by-step instructions so you can make this recipe with ease. For the full, printable recipe with amounts and temperatures, scroll down to the recipe card below.
- Cook bacon, remove from pan and dice. Set aside.
- Next, bake the chicken breasts in the oven on 350 for about 20 minutes. Remove from oven and shred the chicken.
- In large stock pot, over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon oil or butter and saute the chopped onion, celery, and carrots. Saute for about 5 minutes.
- In medium-sized mixing bowl combine condensed chicken soup and 1 cup of milk. Whisk until smooth. Add the soup mixture to the pot and stir. Add in broth and stir to combine. Add in cream cheese and continue to stir as cream cheese melts. Bring to boil, stirring occassionally.
- Add in ranch seasoning packet, about 2 tablespoons, 3 cloves of garlic, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and stir to combine. Add in chicken and bacon.
- Turn down heat to medium-low and let simmer for 20 minutes. Add angel hair pasta noodles and cheddar cheese and stir until pasta is tender and cheese is melted, about 5-7 minutes.
How Do I Shred Chicken?
- Place cooked chicken breasts on a cutting board. Use two forks to drag in opposite directions as you pull the chicken into pieces.
- Continue to use the tines of the forks to shred the chicken into bite-sized portions.
- Cook the pasta just until tender. Angel hair cooks very quickly, so keep an eye on it to prevent it from becoming mushy.
- Soften the cream cheese first. Letting it sit at room temperature helps it melt smoothly into the soup without lumps.
- Adjust thickness as needed. If the soup thickens too much, stir in a little extra broth or milk until it reaches the consistency you like.
What to Serve with Crack Soup?
This soup has it all – chicken, bacon, and vegetables – so it’s really a meal in itself, but it’s great served with:
- a side garden salad
- garlic bread
- biscuits
Storage Instructions
- Refrigerate – Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. The soup will thicken as it sits, which is normal.
- Freeze – This soup can be frozen, but for best texture, freeze it without the pasta if possible. Let the soup cool completely, then transfer to freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
- Reheat – Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, stirring often. Add a splash of chicken broth or milk to loosen the soup as it warms. It can also be reheated in the microwave in short intervals, stirring between each round.
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Crack Chicken Soup
Ingredients
- 3 cups chicken shredded
- 10.5 ounces condensed chicken soup
- 6 cups chicken stock low sodium
- 1 cup milk whole
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 cup carrots diced
- 1/2 cup celery diced
- 1 small onion
- 10 slices bacon cooked and diced
- 2 Tablespoons Ranch seasoning mix
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
- 8 ounces angel hair pasta
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cook bacon and let cool. Chop into bite-sized pieces and set aside.10 slices bacon
- Place chicken breasts on sprayed cookie sheet, season with salt and pepper and bake for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and shred the chicken using two forks.3 cups chicken
- In large stock pot, over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon oil or butter and saute the chopped onion, celery, and carrots. Saute for about 5 minutes or until vegetables are tender.1/2 cup celery, 1 small onion, 1/2 cup carrots
- In medium-sized mixing bowl combine condensed chicken soup and 1 cup of milk. Whisk until smooth. Add the soup mixture to the pot and stir. Add in chicken broth and stir to combine.10.5 ounces condensed chicken soup, 1 cup milk, 6 cups chicken stock
- Add ranch seasoning, garlic, and garlic powder.2 Tablespoons Ranch seasoning mix, 3 cloves garlic, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Add in cream cheese and continue to stir as cream cheese melts. Bring to boil, stirring occasionally until cream cheese is incorporated into the soup.8 ounces cream cheese
- Add chicken and bacon, and reduce heat to medium-low. Let simmer for 20 minutes.
- Add pasta (break in half or quarters) and cheddar cheese and cook on low until noodles are tender and cheese is melted, approximately 5-7 minutes.8 ounces angel hair pasta, 2 cups cheddar cheese
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Cracked chicken soup is awesome
This recipe is delicious even without the chicken. Also, I had bacon bits and no bacon and used those and it was still GREAT. I shared with a friend and they said it was one of my best shares.