Description
This Loaded Bacon Ranch Chicken Bake is a delicious and hearty dish that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a creamy ranch sauce, topped with melted cheese. Perfect for a family dinner!
Ingredients
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup ranch dressing
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Place the chicken in a baking dish and pour ranch dressing over the top.
4. Sprinkle crumbled bacon evenly over the chicken.
5. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
6. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly.
7. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in ranch dressing for a few hours before baking.
Serve with a side of vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: chicken, bacon, ranch, bake