Description
A warm, cheesy, and comforting dish made with tender shredded chicken, ranch-seasoned cream cheese, melted cheddar, and smoky bacon bits, ready in just over 20 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 medium)
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 8 oz cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup bacon bits
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions, for garnish
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and place them in the bottom of the Instant Pot in a single layer.
- Evenly sprinkle the ranch seasoning over the chicken.
- Tuck the cream cheese blocks, chicken broth, and bacon bits around the chicken breasts.
- Close the lid, set the valve to sealing, and select Manual (High Pressure) for 12 minutes.
- When cooking finishes, perform a quick release of pressure.
- Open the lid and shred the chicken directly in the pot.
- Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until fully melted and incorporated.
- Sprinkle the green onions on top and serve immediately.
Notes
For lower sodium, use low-sodium chicken broth and a reduced-salt ranch packet. This recipe is versatile; use turkey bacon or swap cream cheese for sour cream if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: American