Chicken Bacon Ranch Garlic Bread

Indulge in this American-inspired comfort food classic that combines the iconic flavors of chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing atop golden, garlicky French bread. This Chicken Bacon Ranch Garlic Bread is perfect as a hearty main course or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.
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Ingredients

🥓 Bacon (enough to top the bread, about 6 slices)
🍗 Chicken strips (about 1 pound, enough to top the bread)
🥖 1 loaf of French bread
🧈 1/2 cup unsalted butter
🧄 Minced garlic (to taste, approximately 2 tablespoons)
🧀 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
🥛 Ranch dressing (about 1/2 cup, more to taste)
🧀 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

1- Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).

2- Cook the Bacon:

In a skillet over medium heat, fry the bacon until crispy, or "borderline burnt" according to your preference.
Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess fat.

3- Cook the Chicken:

In the same skillet with the residual bacon grease, add the chicken strips.
Cook thoroughly until no longer pink in the center.
Remove the chicken and set aside.

4- Prepare the Bread:

Slice the French bread in half lengthwise to create two open-faced pieces.

5- Make Garlic Butter:

In a small bowl, mix the softened butter with minced garlic until well combined.

6- Assemble the Bread:

Spread the garlic butter mixture evenly across the cut sides of the French bread.
Generously sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the buttered bread.
Layer cooked chicken strips on top of the cheese.
Drizzle ranch dressing evenly across the chicken layer.
Place the crispy bacon pieces over the ranch-dressed chicken.
Finally, top with shredded mozzarella cheese.

7- Bake:

Place the assembled bread halves on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven until the mozzarella cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10-15 minutes.

8- Serve:

Allow to cool slightly before slicing into portions.
Serve warm and enjoy!

Prep Time: 20-30 minutes
Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
Total Time: 30-45 minutes
Servings: Approximately 6-8 slices
Calories: Approximately 450
Proteins: Approximately 24g
Fats: Approximately 25g
Carbohydrates: Approximately 32g
Equipment: Skillet, Baking Sheet, Cutting Board, Knife, Mixing Bowl