Description
Smothered BLT Chicken combines tender chicken breasts, crispy bacon, and fresh lettuce, all smothered in creamy ranch dressing and melted cheese. This dish is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, delivering a burst of flavors that will satisfy everyone at the table. Simple to prepare yet impressive enough to steal the show, this culinary delight is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy; reserve grease.
- Sear chicken in the skillet with residual bacon grease for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Layer cooked bacon on chicken, top with shredded lettuce, and drizzle ranch dressing over everything.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings (220g)
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 120mg