Creamy Smoked Gouda Crack Chicken

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

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Tender shredded chicken in a velvety sauce of smoked gouda and cheddar, infused with garlic and herbs, perfect for serving over cauliflower rice or low-carb vegetables. This American-inspired slow-cooker recipe (keto), ready in about 250 minutes, pairs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, Diced onion, Minced garlic for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

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Prep: 10 min Cook: 240 min Serves 6 American cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup Diced onion
2 cloves Minced garlic
1/4 cup Chicken broth
1 tsp Dried thyme
1/2 tsp Black pepper
1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup Smoked gouda cheese
1/2 cup Sour cream

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Instructions

Step 1: Place 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the slow cooker. Top with 1/2 cup diced onion, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1/4 cup chicken broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook on low for 3 hours, or until chicken is tender enough to shred easily.
Step 2: Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup smoked gouda cheese, and 1/2 cup sour cream until fully melted and creamy.
Step 3: Cover and cook on low for an additional 1 hour, or until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce thickens to coat the back of a spoon.