Step 1

Place chicken breasts in a 6-quart slow cooker. Add chicken broth, black pepper, crushed red pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 2

Cover slow cooker and cook on LOW for 5 to 6 hours.

Step 3

Shred the chicken and add the pasta, Ranch dressing mix, cream cheese, water and half the cheddar cheese. Stir to mix and press pasta down into the liquid.

Step 4

Cover and cook on HIGH for 30 to 40 minutes, stirring after 20 minutes.

Step 5

Sprinkle the remaining cheddar, bacon, and green onions on top. Place lid back on and let sit 5 minutes. Serve.