By Randi Cockrell
Bacon-Ranch-Cheddar Chicken with sides
7 steps
Prep:10minCook:20min
I modified this recipe to include cheddar cheese and to cook bacon in the oven versus stove top. I also am using frozen sweet potato fries instead of Emeals home-made herb-roasted potatoes.
Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 03:51:57 GMT
Nutrition balance score
Good
Glycemic Index
50
Low
Glycemic Load
7
Low
Nutrition per serving
Calories485.9 kcal (24%)
Total Fat33.3 g (48%)
Carbs13.4 g (5%)
Sugars4.2 g (5%)
Protein31.7 g (63%)
Sodium680.3 mg (34%)
Fiber3 g (11%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Ingredients
4 servings
Instructions
Step 1
Preheat oven to 375F. Spread bacon in a single layer on a rimmed baking pan. lightly sprinkle with black pepper.
Baking sheet
OvenPreheat
Step 2
Bake bacon 15-20 minutes or until crispy. Remove from pan, blot with paper towels. set aside.
Paper Towel
OvenHeat
Step 3
Cook french fries in air fryer at 400F for 18-20 minutes. Use a basket with rotate function or shake half-way if using a basket. If you don't have an air-fryer you can bake in the oven on a rack separate from the bacon. Bake 375 for about 20 minutes.
Air FryerHeat
Step 4
Preheat fry pan to med-high. Cut chicken in half lengthwise. Brush all sides with oil, sprinkle with pepper. Pour remaining oil in pan.
Frying Pan
Step 5
Cook chicken, covered, 5-6 minutes on each side, brushing both sides with ranch dressing.
Cooking Brush
CooktopHeat
Step 6
Microwave or steam green beans according to package.
Step 7
Sprinkle cheese on chicken and steam an additional minute or until melty. Crumble bacon onto chicken.
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Under 30 minutes