Baked Ranch Chicken with Turkey Bacon: Easy Weeknight Delight
A delicious and simple recipe for Baked Ranch Chicken topped with turkey bacon, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Carb
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 6 slices turkey bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Rub the seasoning mixture over the chicken breasts.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts until golden brown on each side.
- Transfer the chicken to a baking dish and top with turkey bacon slices.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes until melted.
Notes
- For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in ranch dressing for a few hours before cooking.
- Serve with a side of vegetables or a salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Baked Ranch Chicken, Turkey Bacon, Weeknight Dinner, Easy Recipe