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Crispy Bacon Ranch Chicken Melt: A Must-Try Delight!

A delicious and satisfying Crispy Bacon Ranch Chicken Melt that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and melted cheese on toasted bread.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 slices of cooked bacon crumbled
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sliced green onions
  • 4 slices of bread your choice, such as sourdough or whole wheat
  • Butter for spreading

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. Once cooled, shred the chicken using two forks and mix it in a bowl with the crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, and half of the cheddar cheese.
  5. Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Place the bread butter-side down on a baking sheet.
  6. Divide the chicken mixture evenly among the slices of bread. Top each with the remaining cheddar cheese and sliced green onions.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.
  8. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then slice in half and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicy kick, add diced jalapeños to the chicken mixture.
  • You can substitute the ranch dressing with blue cheese dressing for a different flavor profile.

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