Description
Scrumptious Chicken Bacon Ranch Queso is a creamy, cheesy delight featuring tender chicken, crispy bacon, and zesty ranch seasoning. Perfect for game day or cozy family nights, this dish promises an explosion of flavor with every dip. Serve it warm with tortilla chips for the ultimate comfort food experience that will leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 6 slices thick-cut bacon
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chiles (drained)
- 1 cup whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken with salt and pepper, bake for 25-30 minutes until cooked through, then shred.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Drain and crumble.
- In a saucepan, melt cream cheese over medium heat. Gradually add milk and stir until smooth.
- Stir in cheddar cheese and ranch seasoning until melted.
- Add shredded chicken and diced tomatoes; mix well until heated through.
- Fold in crumbled bacon and serve warm with tortilla chips or nachos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking and Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg