Description
Get ready to indulge in a flavor explosion with this mouthwatering Maple Bacon Ranch Chicken & Tater Tot Skillet! This one-pan wonder combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and golden tater tots, all smothered in a rich, creamy ranch and maple syrup sauce. It’s a delightful balance of savory, sweet, and satisfying that’s sure to become a new family favorite.
Ingredients
- Chicken: 1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Seasoning: 1 tsp of salt, 1/2 tsp of black pepper, and 1/2 tsp of garlic powder
- Bacon: 4 slices of chopped bacon
- Tater Tots: 1 cup of frozen tater tots
- Sauce: 1/2 cup of ranch dressing and 1/4 cup of maple syrup
- Cheese: 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- Garnish: 2 tbsp of chopped green onions
Instructions
Step 1: Season the Chicken
Start by seasoning the chicken pieces with the salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Toss the chicken in a bowl to ensure even coating, then set it aside while you prepare the other ingredients.
Step 2: Cook the Bacon
In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until it’s crispy and golden brown. Once the bacon is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set it aside, leaving the delicious bacon drippings in the pan.
Step 3: Sauté the Chicken
In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, add the seasoned chicken pieces and sauté them over medium-high heat until they’re golden brown and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes.
Step 4: Add the Tater Tots
Now it’s time to add the frozen tater tots to the skillet. Stir them in and continue cooking until they’re crispy and heated through, approximately 10-15 minutes.
Step 5: Mix the Sauce
In a small bowl, whisk together the ranch dressing and maple syrup. Pour this delectable sauce over the chicken and tater tots, gently stirring to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Step 6: Top with Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the skillet and cover it for a few minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and create a cheesy, gooey layer.
Step 7: Garnish and Serve
Remove the skillet from the heat and sprinkle the cooked bacon and chopped green onions over the top. Serve this irresistible Maple Bacon Ranch Chicken & Tater Tot Skillet warm and enjoy every bite!
Notes
This indulgent skillet dish packs a punch of flavor, but it’s also important to be mindful of its nutritional value. Consider using low-fat ranch dressing, turkey bacon, or serving it with a fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a healthier twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Maple Bacon Ranch Chicken, Tater Tot Skillet, One-Pan Meal