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Cheesy Bacon Ranch Chicken

A quick and satisfying comfort food recipe featuring chicken breasts smothered in ranch dressing, topped with cheese and crispy bacon.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts Thin breasts cook faster.
  • 1 cup ranch dressing Store-bought or homemade.
  • 1 cup cooked bacon bits Add under the chicken if desired.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Use your favorite cheese like cheddar.
Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herbs Optional for extra flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place the boneless chicken breasts into a baking pan.
  3. Season the chicken with pepper, garlic powder, and Italian herbs.
  4. Smother each chicken breast in ranch dressing.
  5. Scatter bacon bits on top of the ranch-covered chicken, and tuck some under the chicken for extra flavor.
  6. Generously sprinkle shredded cheese on top of the chicken.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serving
  1. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.
  2. Serve over mashed potatoes or with steamed broccoli.

Notes

For added variations, try different cheeses like pepper jack or use chicken thighs for a juicier option. This dish can also be made ahead and refrigerated before baking.