Description
This Creamy Ranch Bacon Cheddar Chicken Delight is a perfect dish for family dinners. Tender chicken breasts are topped with a creamy ranch dressing, crispy turkey bacon, and melted cheddar cheese, making every bite flavorful and comforting. It’s easy to prepare, quick to cook, and guaranteed to become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices of turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
- Season the Chicken: Rub the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Place them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Add the Ranch Mixture: Spread a generous layer of ranch dressing over each chicken breast, ensuring they are well-coated.
- Top with Bacon and Cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled turkey bacon over the chicken breasts, followed by an even layer of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve immediately. Pair with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a side salad for a complete meal.
Notes
- For a healthier version, you can substitute the turkey bacon with regular bacon or skip the bacon altogether.
- Feel free to add extra veggies like spinach or mushrooms for a more colorful dish.
- To make the chicken extra juicy, marinate it in the ranch dressing for an hour before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: Creamy Ranch Bacon Cheddar Chicken, Cheddar Bacon Chicken, Ranch Chicken Delight, Cheesy Ranch Chicken, Comfort Food, Family Dinner Recipe, Easy Chicken Dinner