Description
Bacon Ranch Chicken is a delectable dish featuring tender chicken breasts wrapped in crispy bacon and smothered in a creamy ranch sauce. This comforting recipe is perfect for family dinners or cozy nights in, delivering rich flavors that will delight everyone at the table. Easy to prepare and satisfying, it’s bound to become a new favorite. Serve it with rice, salad, or enjoy it on its own for a memorable meal that will have your guests coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 680g)
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup ranch dressing (approximately 240ml)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 100g)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season each chicken breast with salt and pepper to taste.
- Wrap each chicken breast snugly with two slices of bacon.
- Arrange the wrapped chicken in the prepared baking dish.
- Drizzle ranch dressing over each piece of chicken.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). In the last few minutes, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top to melt.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and additional ranch dressing if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg