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Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Delight

Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Delight

5 from 4 votes
A rich and comforting one-pan meal featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a velvety ranch-flavored cream sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 6 slices bacon cooked until crispy and crumbled
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 0.5 cup ranch dressing mix dry powder form
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.25 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels, then crumble. Leave 1 tablespoon of bacon grease in the skillet.
  2. Add butter to the skillet with the reserved bacon grease. Once melted, add the chicken pieces, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until chicken is golden and cooked through.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Sprinkle the ranch dressing mix over the chicken and stir to coat evenly.
  5. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  6. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and smooth. Add the crumbled bacon and stir to combine.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately over rice, pasta, or with crusty bread.

Notes

For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and use turkey bacon. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.