Buffalo Chicken Ranch Recipe
with Tangy Wing Sauce, Cool Ranch Dressing, Lettuce & Tomato
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Ingredients
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Buffalo Chicken
Cool Ranch Dressing
Build & Garnish
Method
Buffalo Chicken
- 1
Prep the chicken
Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. If breasts are thick, butterfly or pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness for quick, even cooking.
- 2
Season both sides of the chicken with 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp paprika.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 4
Add the chicken to the hot skillet and cook undisturbed 4-5 minutes until a golden crust forms. Flip and cook 4-5 minutes more, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Cooking time will vary with thickness.
- 5
Remove chicken to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes. Slice thinly or shred with two forks into bite-sized pieces.
- 6
- 7
Return the sliced or shredded chicken to the skillet and toss in the buffalo sauce until evenly coated, 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat and keep warm.
Cool Ranch Dressing
- 8
In a bowl whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup buttermilk, and 2 tablespoons sour cream until smooth.
- 9
Add the dried herbs and seasonings: 1 tsp dried parsley, 1/2 tsp dried dill, 1 tsp dried chives, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1/4 tsp garlic powder, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Whisk until combined and taste; adjust salt or buttermilk for desired thickness.
- 10
Refrigerate the dressing at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld (can be made up to 24 hours ahead).
Build & Garnish
- 11
If desired, lightly toast 2 buns or rolls in a dry skillet or oven until golden, about 2-3 minutes.
- 12
Spread a tablespoon of cool ranch dressing onto the bottom half of each bun.
- 13
Divide the sauced buffalo chicken evenly between the two buns, piling on top of the ranch.
- 14
Top with shredded lettuce (about 1 cup per sandwich) and tomato slices (2-3 slices per sandwich). Sprinkle 1 tablespoon blue cheese crumbles over each sandwich if using.
- 15
Add additional ranch or hot sauce to taste, close the sandwiches, slice in half if desired, and serve immediately.