Creamy Bacon Ranch Chicken (Print Version)

Tender chicken breasts smothered in cream cheese, ranch seasoning, cheddar, and crispy bacon.

# What You 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 ranch seasoning mix
08 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

→ Optional Garnishes

09 - Fresh chives chopped
10 - Extra shredded cheddar cheese

# How To Make:

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, about 5-7 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels and crumble once cooled.
03 - In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, minced garlic, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
04 - Place chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly over each chicken breast, covering the top surface.
05 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the cream cheese layer, followed by the crumbled bacon pieces.
06 - Bake for 25 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
07 - Remove from oven. Top with sliced green onions, extra shredded cheese, and fresh chives if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The cheese creates this incredible bubbling crust that everyone fights over
  • It comes together in under 10 minutes of actual prep work
  • Leftovers somehow taste even better the next day
02 -
  • Pounding the chicken to even thickness prevents the thinner parts from drying out before thicker pieces are done
  • Let the cream cheese sit out at room temperature so it blends smoothly without lumps
  • The cheese will continue bubbling for a minute or two after you pull it from the oven
03 -
  • Line your baking dish with foil for the absolute easiest cleanup ever
  • The internal temperature should reach 74°C for perfectly cooked chicken

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