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Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches: The Ultimate Recipe Guide

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Juicy chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy homemade ranch dressing make these Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches irresistible! Quick lunch or easy dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs total)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) dry ranch dressing mix
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 hamburger buns, brioche or your favorite
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese)
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1/2 cup sliced tomato (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prep the Chicken: Pat chicken breasts dry. If thick, pound to 1/2 inch thickness.
  2. Season the Chicken: Combine olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Rub all over chicken.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Heat skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5-7 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  4. Rest the Chicken: Let chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing or shredding.
  5. Slice or Shred: Slice or shred chicken.
  6. Cook the Bacon: Place bacon in a cold skillet, turn heat to medium. Cook, turning occasionally, until crispy (8-10 minutes).
  7. Drain the Bacon: Drain bacon on paper towels.
  8. Crumble the Bacon: Crumble bacon into small pieces.
  9. Combine Ranch Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, ranch dressing mix, parsley (if using), dill (if using), garlic powder, and onion powder.
  10. Season Ranch: Add salt and pepper to taste.
  11. Chill the Ranch: Refrigerate ranch for at least 30 minutes.
  12. Toast Buns (Optional): Lightly toast hamburger buns.
  13. Spread Ranch Dressing: Spread ranch dressing on both buns.
  14. Add Lettuce: Place lettuce on the bottom bun.
  15. Add Chicken: Top lettuce with chicken.
  16. Add Bacon: Sprinkle bacon over chicken.
  17. Add Cheese: Place cheese on top of bacon.
  18. Add Tomato (Optional): Add tomato slices on top of cheese.
  19. Top with Bun: Place the top bun on the sandwich.
  20. Serve Immediately: Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Spice it up: Add red pepper flakes to the ranch.
  • Cheese Variations: Try pepper jack or provolone cheese.
  • Add avocado: Sliced avocado adds creaminess.
  • Grill the chicken: Grill for a smoky flavor.
  • Bun Variations: Try pretzel or sourdough buns.
  • Make it a wrap: Use a tortilla instead of buns.
  • Make it a salad: Skip the bread and make a salad.
  • Make Ahead: Cook chicken and bacon ahead of time. Make ranch fresh for best flavor.

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