Bacon Ranch Chicken Melt (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
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4 slices thick-cut bacon
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2 teaspoons dry ranch seasoning mix
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ For Assembly
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4 sandwich buns or thick-cut bread slices
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2 tablespoons softened butter
# Instructions:
01 -
Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp, about 8 minutes. Remove, drain on paper towels, and crumble.
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Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Using the same skillet, add chicken breasts and cook over medium heat for 6–7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and golden brown.
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Sprinkle ranch seasoning over the cooked chicken breasts, top with shredded cheese, cover the skillet with a lid, and allow the cheese to melt, about 2–3 minutes.
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Butter the outer sides of each bun. Assemble sandwiches with the cheesy chicken and crumbled bacon.
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Toast the assembled sandwiches in a clean skillet over medium heat, pressing down lightly until the bread is golden and crisp on both sides, about 2–4 minutes per side.
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Serve the sandwiches hot, optionally with an extra drizzle of ranch dressing or your favorite dipping sauce.
# Notes:
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For a creamier texture, try mixing a tablespoon of ranch dressing with the melted cheese before assembling the sandwich.