Here’s a detailed recipe for your Chicken Bacon Ranch Bowl — a creamy, protein-packed, and flavor-loaded meal that’s both satisfying and easy to make! 🍗🥓🥗
🥗 Chicken Bacon Ranch Bowl – Creamy, Crunchy & Loaded with Flavor 🧀🌿
Introduction
The Chicken Bacon Ranch Bowl is a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish that combines crispy bacon, tender chicken, and fresh veggies — all drizzled with a rich homemade ranch dressing. It’s a delicious balance of protein, creaminess, and crunch, perfect for lunch or dinner. This bowl can be served warm or cold, and it’s easy to customize — make it low-carb, high-protein, or add grains for extra substance. Whether meal prepping or feeding a family, this bowl is always a winner.
Ingredients (Serves 2–3)
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Bacon:
- 4 slices of bacon, cooked until crispy and crumbled
For the Bowl Base:
- 2 cups cooked rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice
- 1 cup chopped romaine or spinach
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup corn kernels (optional)
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- ¼ small red onion, sliced thin
For the Homemade Ranch Dressing:
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons buttermilk or milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- ½ teaspoon parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken:
Pat chicken dry and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Let rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips. - Prepare the Bacon:
Cook bacon in a separate skillet or oven until crispy. Crumble into small pieces and set aside. - Make the Ranch Dressing:
In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt (or mayo), buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, parsley, salt, pepper, and lemon juice until creamy. Chill for 10 minutes to blend flavors. - Assemble the Bowls:
Divide your base (rice, quinoa, or greens) between bowls. Top each with sliced chicken, bacon crumbles, cherry tomatoes, corn, red onion, and cheese. - Drizzle & Serve:
Generously drizzle ranch dressing over each bowl. Garnish with extra herbs or a squeeze of lemon if desired.
Serving Tips
- For a low-carb version, use cauliflower rice or shredded lettuce as your base.
- Add avocado slices or boiled eggs for extra richness.
- Meal prep tip: store the dressing separately and drizzle right before serving to keep everything fresh.
