Ingredients
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Before we get started, let’s gather all the ingredients you’ll need for this Bacon Ranch Chicken dish:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
These ingredients are readily available at any grocery store, and you might even have some of them at home! Let’s get cooking!
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a baking dish.
- Pour ranch dressing over the chicken, ensuring even coverage.
- Top with crumbled bacon and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for about 30 minutes until the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly.
- Let it rest, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in ranch dressing for a few hours before cooking.
- Feel free to substitute turkey bacon for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg