Description
Cheddar Bacon Ranch Chicken Melt is a mouthwatering delight that combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese with zesty ranch dressing, all nestled in a toasted bun. Perfect for game nights or cozy meals at home, this recipe is sure to become a favorite. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, you won’t want to miss out on this irresistible dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 4 sturdy hamburger buns (brioche recommended)
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and place them in a greased baking dish.
- Bake chicken for 25-30 minutes until fully cooked.
- While the chicken bakes, cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Once the chicken is done, sprinkle cheddar cheese over each breast and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
- Assemble melts by spreading ranch dressing on toasted buns, layering with crispy bacon and cheesy chicken pieces.
- Garnish with fresh chives before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 115mg