Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup ranch dressing
– 8 slices of bacon
– 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
– 4 sandwich rolls or hoagie buns
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional: fresh lettuce, tomato slices, or avocado for topping
Instructions
Creating the Grilled Ranch Chicken & Bacon Melt is easy if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Drizzle olive oil over the chicken for added flavor.
3. Grill Chicken: Place the chicken on the grill and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
4. Cook Bacon: While the chicken is grilling, cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
5. Add Ranch Dressing: Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the grill and drizzle ranch dressing over each breast, allowing it to soak in for a few minutes.
6. Assemble the Melt: On a sandwich roll, place a grilled chicken breast, followed by two slices of bacon and a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese.
7. Melt the Cheese: Place the assembled sandwiches back on the grill or in a skillet. Cover with a lid to help melt the cheese, cooking for about 2-3 minutes.
8. Serve: Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove the sandwiches from the heat.
9. Add Toppings: If desired, top with fresh lettuce, tomato slices, or avocado for added flavor and texture.
10. Enjoy: Cut the melts in half and serve hot.
These straightforward steps will guide you in creating this delicious melt effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Fat: 30g
- Protein: 45g