Chicken Bacon Ranch Recipe
Crispy chicken and bacon with shredded cheddar, drizzled with buttermilk ranch.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika on both sides.
- 2
Cook the Bacon
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon slices until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels. Once cooled, crumble into small pieces.
- 3
Sear the Chicken
In the same skillet with some bacon grease, add the olive oil and sear the chicken breasts for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- 4
Bake the Chicken
Transfer the seared chicken to a baking dish. Top each piece with shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- 5
Serve
Remove from the oven and drizzle buttermilk ranch dressing over the top before serving. Enjoy!
