Creamy Bacon Ranch Chicken (Printable Version)
Tender chicken baked with cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, and ranch seasoning for a rich, satisfying meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 - 6 slices bacon
→ Dairy
03 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
04 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Vegetables & Herbs
05 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Spices & Seasonings
07 - 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
08 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Optional Garnishes
09 - Fresh chives, chopped
10 - Extra shredded cheese
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
02 - Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
03 - In a bowl, mix cream cheese, ranch seasoning, garlic, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
04 - Place chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over each breast.
05 - Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, followed by the crumbled bacon.
06 - Bake for 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and cheese is bubbly.
07 - Garnish with green onions, extra cheese, and chives if desired. Serve hot.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- Everything tastes better with bacon and melted cheese
- The cleanup is practically non-existent
02 -
- Dont skip softening the cream cheese or youll end up with lumps
- The cheese browns faster than the chicken cooks, so tent with foil if needed
03 -
- Cook the bacon ahead of time and keep it in the fridge
- Line your baking dish with parchment for the easiest cleanup ever