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Crock Pots and Flip Flops | 5 Ingredient

5 Ingredient

Cranberry and Jalapeno Dip

This festive cranberry and jalapeno dip is the perfect mix of sweet and spicy! Make your holidays a little brighter with this creamy and fresh dip that will be the hit of the party.

Get ready for the best holiday party dip of your life! I love cranberry sauce and this is such a creative way to use it. Be careful with this dip because it is so addictive you might eat the whole thing before the party even starts. The sweet cranberry sauce pairs with lime juice to make a combo that makes the ideal dip for the holidays. You can throw this together in a few minutes so you mark the appetizer off your holiday to-do list.

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Cranberry and Jalapeno Dip

Of course, once I brought this to a party it is now requested along with my chili cheese dip to every party I go to, holiday or not! I use my Cook and Carry Crock-Pot whenever I make a dish that I’m going to take anywhere. You can cook it at your house, lock it up for the drive and then plug it back in when you arrive. No need for any Tupper-Ware again with this bad boy.

HOLIDAY PARTY DIP

I’m all about appetizers that can be easily made and don’t require a lot of prep. This cheesy dip is the perfect simple appetizer to serve for Thanksgiving or a holiday party. The color adds the perfect pop to any event and people can just snack on it until it’s time to sit down from dinner.

Once you add everything for the Cranberry and Jalapeno Dip to the Crock-Pot you are all done until it’s time to serve. That way you can focus on all the other things you have to do to get ready. I would recommend using the Crock Pot Liners for this dip because it can get a little hard to clean if you have it in there for a few hours.

All of my recipes are gluten-free because my husband has celiac disease, which means you are allergic to gluten. This recipe is naturally gluten-free just make sure to serve with gluten-free crackers like these Jalapeno Mary’s Gone Crackers or tortilla chips to keep it gluten-free.

CAN THIS BE SERVED COLD?

If you are trying to get even more ahead for the holidays you could even make this the day ahead of time and serve it cold. One time I was too busy the day of the event to make it and serve it warm so I served it cold. It was delicious! I would recommend still cooking it in the Crock-Pot because the flavors come together when they have actually cooked rather than just stirring it all together cold.

Cranberry and Jalapeno Dip

You can dip anything into this flavor combination so it’s great to bring to any party since it’s gluten-free and vegetarian! I always use tortilla chips, gluten-free crackers, and celery for my favorite dippers but the sky’s the limit.

INGREDIENTS FOR CRANBERRY AND JALAPENO DIP

CRANBERRY and Jalapeno Dip
  • Cranberries– I use canned cranberries for my dish. You can use fresh cranberries but you would need to put them in the food processor and chop them. Also, you would need to add sugar to the recipe so it is not too tart.
  • Jalapenos– Fresh jalapenos are my choice but you never know how hot they are going to be. If you are worried about heat remove the seeds and membrane from the jalapenos before dicing.
  • Cream Cheese– This dip is a festive treat so I always go for the full-fat cream cheese but you could always make it with 1/3 less fat as well.
  • Green Onions– I usually just use the white part for mixing it into the ingredients and save the green tops for garnish,.
  • Lime Juice – Fresh is best for this recipe again. Part of what makes it so delcious is that fresh flavor combination and lime juice is key to that.

HOW TO MAKE CRANBERRY AND JALAPENO DIP

Step 1. Add cream cheese, cranberry sauce, jalapenos, lime juice, and green onions to slow cooker.

Step 2. Stir until ingredients are well combined.

Step 3. Cook on high for 2-3 hours. Stir occasionally.

Step 4. Serve with tortilla chips or crackers. Top with green onions and jalapenos if desired.

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Cranberry and Jalapeno Dip

Author: Allison Treadwell
Cranberry and Jalapeno Dip is the perfect mix sweet and spicy. This gluten-free dip will be your favorite holiday tradition!
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4.88 from 8 votes
Course : Appetizer
Cuisine : American
Servings : 8
Calories : 196
Total Time : 3 hrs 10 mins
Prep Time : 10 mins
Cook Time : 3 hrs

Ingredients

  • 2 14 oz Whole Cranberry Sauce
  • 2 Jalapenos finely diced
  • 1 tbsp lime juice fresh
  • 16 oz cream cheese
  • 1 tbsp green onions chopped, white part only

Instructions 

  • Spray slow cooker with non-stick spray or use liner.
  • Add cream cheese, cranberry sauce, jalapenos, lime juice, and green onions to slow cooker.
  • Stir until ingredients are well combined.
  • Cook on high for 2-3 hours. Stir occasionaly.
  • Serve with tortilla chips or crackers. Top with green onions and jalapenos if desired.

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Nutrition

Calories: 196kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 182mg | Potassium: 91mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 808IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg

Filed Under: 5 Ingredients, Appetizer, Dips, Gluten Free, Holidays, Recipes, Thanksgiving, Vegetarian Tagged With: 5 Ingredient, appetizer, Crock pot, Gluten Free, slow cooker

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

This 5 Ingredient Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is the perfect comfort food that the whole family will love. The Garlic Parmesan Sauce paired with the creamy cheesy sauce comes together to make the easiest and most epic pasta ever!

There are two things I love cheese and garlic. I can’t get enough of either and anytime there is an option to put them together I’m sold. This recipe marries the zesty garlic parmesan sauce with cream cheese and a little more parmesan to make a winning combination. This recipe is so amazing it even became a viral Tik Tok recipe!!

Many readers told me they were surprised by the spiciness of the sauce I wanted to make a note of it in the very beginning letting you know this sauce does have a little spice and kick to it! I didn’t think it was spicy but if you are sensitive to heat cut the sauce in half or add sour cream at the end to tone it down.

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

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Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Quick Dinner – Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

I’m always on the lookout for a simple recipe that is tasty and quick to prepare. Sometimes when you make recipes that are quick they lack in flavor and depth. This chicken is delicious, tender, and has tons flavor thanks to the Garlic Parmesean Sauce. Another delicious garlic chicken recipe is my one-pot Garlic Butter Chicken with Veggies. Like I said I love garlic!

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Gluten Free Garlic Parmesan Sauce

The secret ingredient to this meal is the garlic parmesan sauce which is made by Buffalo Wild Wings and is used on their delectable wings. I just used it on chicken breasts instead. You can buy it on Amazon or Wal Mart, or Target. I did see that my grocery store also had a Garlic Parmesan Sauce in the salad dressing aisle so I’m sure you could easily swap that for this BDubs (Nickname for Buffalo Wild Wings) Sauce but I’m not certain it will be gluten free so please make sure and check the label for gluten. You could always make your own sauce and I found this recipe at The Spruce Eats.

Other Sauce Options that Readers have tried-

Great Value Garlic Parmesan Sauce– This is the Walmart version of the sauce. It is even spicer that the Buffalo Wild Wings Sauce.

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta- Low Carb and Keto

This recipe is a great low-carb and keto choice. The sauce is filled with flavors from cheesy goodness and only has one gram of added sugar. I was so happy to find this low-carb sauce because I feel like it’s very hard to find packaged sauces that are low carb. They are usually packed with sugar. I served this over zoodles, which are zucchini noodles for my low carb hubby and he loved it. We have this zoodle maker which we use all the time. Or you can even buy zoodles at most grocery stores now in the produce department.

Different Ways to Serve Garlic Parmesan Chicken

One of the great parts of this dish is that it is very versatile. If you aren’t in the mood for pasta or don’t want to cook it there are some other ways to serve this meal which I will be making next time!

*Add chopped potatoes to the Crock Pot and cook with the chicken. Easy one-pot dinner!

* Serve shredded chicken on buns

Food Allergies-

Gluten Free

I make everything gluten-free in our house because my husband has celiac disease, which is when you are allergic to gluten. Our favorite pasta is the Gluten-Free Barillla Pasta line. I find that it is the best one at staying together while cooking and the taste is just like real pasta. I used the Barilla Gluten-Free Rotini for this recipe.

How to Make Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Step 1- Place chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour an entire bottle of Parmesan Garlic Sauce over chicken.

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Step 2- Fill Parmesan Garlic Sauce Bottle with milk and shake. Add milk and remaining sauce to slow cooker.

Step 3 – Add cream cheese cut into blocks.

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Step 4 – Add 4 oz parmesan cheese and stir everything together to combine and coat chicken.

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Step 5 – Cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 2-3 hours.

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Step 6- Shred Chicken with two forks and return to slow cooker and mix to combine in sauce.

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Step 7- Cook pasta according to package and pour pasta into slow cooker. Stir to combine.

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Need a new Crock-Pot? My favorite is this Crock Pot 7 quart Programmable Slow Cooker. First and foremost, I love being able to set the timer in case I’m not home when the food is finished cooking. The Crock-Pot just switches to warm until you are ready to eat. Plus you can lock the lid and just carry it to a party. Not only is it easy to carry but also you will never lose another Tupperware or serving dish again at a potluck party!

Parmesan Garlic Chicken

Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta

Author: Allison Treadwell
Crock Pot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a gluten free 5 ingredients dinner that the whole family will love.
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4.10 from 1339 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : American
Servings : 6 servings
Calories : 796
Total Time : 3 hrs 10 mins
Prep Time : 10 mins
Cook Time : 3 hrs

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle Parmesan Garlic Sauce 12 oz
  • 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup milk
  • 8 oz cream cheese cut into blocks
  • 4 oz parmesan cheese grated
  • 12 oz pasta gluten free
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Instructions 

  • Place chicken in bottom of slow cooker.
  • Pour the entire bottle of sauce over chicken.
  • Fill Garlic Sauce bottle with milk and shake. Add milk and sauce to slow cooker.
  • Add cream cheese.
  • Add Parmesan cheese and stir everything together to combine.
  • Cook on low for 3-4 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
  • Once finished cooking shred chicken with two forks and mix to combine with sauce.
  • Cook pasta according to package and pour cooked pasta into the slow cooker. Stir to combine.

Nutrition

Calories: 796kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 44g | Fat: 64g | Saturated Fat: 18g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 24g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 181mg | Sodium: 1777mg | Potassium: 919mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1042IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 346mg | Iron: 2mg

Filed Under: 5 Ingredients, Chicken, Dinner, Gluten Free, Keto, Most Popular, Recipes Tagged With: 5 Ingredient, chicken, Dinner, Gluten Free

Crockpot Crack Chicken

One bite of this crockpot crack chicken and you’ll understand how this irresistible dish got its name! If an easy-to-make crockpot meal with cream cheese, bacon, and ranch sounds good, you’ll want to add this to your keto crockpot recipes. It’s kid-friendly and makes for a great keto option with minimal effort.

keto crack chicken in the crockpot

Low Carb Crock Pot Recipes

My husband recently started the keto diet, so I have been busy coming up with keto-friendly recipes that the whole family will love. This crack chicken is keto diet-friendly and can easily be made in a crockpot. Simply throw all of the ingredients into the crockpot and let it do its thing!

I wish I had tried this earlier because it is delicious even if you aren’t following a low-carb eating plan. It’s definitely going into the dinner menu rotation.

Keto Crockpot Chicken

There are so many reasons to love this keto crockpot crack chicken! It is so simple to make and tastes so good. With just a few easy ingredients and almost no prep, you have a cheesy, filling, and quick dinner.

The second reason to love it is that the kids will like it too. Anytime I can make a meal for the whole family it is a winner in my book! If you like Crack Chicken try out my Fiesta Crack Chicken recipe with just a little more spice.

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crack chicken in the crockpot

What is Crack Chicken?

The first time I saw the name, I didn’t know why it was called such a weird name. It doesn’t even describe anything in the meal. 

After investigating a bit, I found out that in low-carb communities, they call it crack chicken because with bacon, cream cheese, and even more cheese added, it can be very hard to stop eating it. It really is very addicting. 

I’ve since noticed many types of “crack” recipes, even Christmas “crack”! It’s a common adjective added to the title of recipes for anything you can’t help but keep eating. Makes sense, right?

Keto Crack Chicken Recipe

To make Keto Crockpot Crack Chicken you need a few simple ingredients:

  • Chicken
  • Cream Cheese
  • Ranch Seasoning
  • Shredded Cheese
  • Bacon

Optional Toppings

  • Green Onions
  • Jalapeños
  • Hot Sauce
adding chicken to the crockpot with seasoning
topping the crockpot chicken with cream cheese
crockpot crack chicken

How to Make Crockpot Crack Chicken

This recipe is so easy to make. Simply combine all of the ingredients in a crockpot and cook on low for 3-4 hours.

  1. Add chicken breasts to the slow cooker.
  2. Pour ranch seasoning over chicken breasts.
  3. Add cream cheese on top of the ranch and chicken.
  4. Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
  5. Shred chicken with two forks. Add bacon. Stir everything together.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the meat. Cover and cook for 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
  7. Top with green onions, extra bacon, jalapenos, and hot sauce.
  8. Serve over rice, cauliflower rice, or on a sandwich. 

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What to Serve with Crack Chicken

Crockpot crack chicken is so versatile, not only are there so many sides that would work great with it, you can actually serve the crack chicken in several different ways too!

  • Tacos: Fill a low-carb tortilla with crack chicken, lettuce, and shredded cheese.
  • Crackers: Serve with your favorite low-carb crackers as a delicious appetizer or snack.
  • Dip it: cut up celery, red peppers, or your favorite vegetables, and scoop away!
  • Sandwiches: This is my kid’s favorite way to eat it
  • Bowl: Make a bowl and serve it over rice. Use cauliflower rice if you’re keeping it low carb.
  • Lettuce Cups: Low carb AND fun to eat!

Want to Make a Low Sodium Dry Ranch Seasoning?

If you are on a low sodium diet or just want to make your own ranch seasoning it is really easy to do. Just mix together a few ingredients like parsley, garlic powder and onion powder to make a less salty (but just as tasty) ranch seasoning.

Want the recipe? Here’s the recipe for making it at home. 

This Crockpot Crack Chicken recipe is so easy to make and so addicting! With only a few simple ingredients it is the perfect meal to feed a crowd or your family. Keto, low carb and gluten free friendly, this chicken can be served in so many ways.

Add it to your dinner rotation today!

Looking for more keto-friendly crock pot ideas? Try these:

Creamy Italian Chicken

Honey Teriyaki Chicken

Mexican Crunchy Chicken Casserole

White Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken

Hoisin Chicken

crack chicken in the crockpot

Crockpot Crack Chicken

Author: Allison Treadwell
Take a bite of Crockpot Crack Chicken and you will be hooked! Cream cheese, bacon and ranch is all you need to make this kid friendly, keto friendly and easy dinner!
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4.05 from 42 votes
Course : Dinner
Cuisine : American
Servings : 6 servings
Calories : 557
Total Time : 5 hrs 10 mins
Prep Time : 10 mins
Cook Time : 5 hrs

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 oz ranch seasoning 1 packet
  • 16 oz cream cheese
  • 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Green onions chopped
US Customary – Metric

Instructions 

  • Add chicken breasts to slow cooker.
  • Pour ranch seasoning over chicken breasts.
  • Cut cream cheese into blocks and cover chicken breasts.
  • Cook on low for 5-6 hours or high for 2-3 hours.
  • Shred chicken breasts in slow cooker. Add crumbled bacon. Stir cream cheese, chicken and bacon to combine.
  • Sprinkle cheese on top and cover for 5 minutes or until cheese melts.
  • Serve over rice or cauliflower rice. Add chopped green onions if desired.

Video

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Nutrition

Calories: 557kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 207mg | Sodium: 930mg | Potassium: 688mg | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1312IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 262mg | Iron: 1mg

Filed Under: Appetizer, Chicken, Dinner, Gluten Free, Keto, Recipes Tagged With: 5 Ingredient, Gluten Free Chicken, keto, Low Carb

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