Description
Bacon Ranch Chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines the savory taste of bacon with the creamy richness of ranch dressing, creating an irresistible meal that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of bacon
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes per side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish.
- Top each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon.
- Pour ranch dressing over the chicken and bacon.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in ranch dressing for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg