Chopped Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich (Printer-Friendly Version)
Juicy chicken, crisp bacon, creamy ranch, and fresh veggies come together in a hearty, flavor-packed sandwich.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Main Components
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
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6 ounces thick-cut bacon, cooked until crisp and chopped
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1/3 cup ranch dressing, high-quality or homemade
→ Vegetables and Buns
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1 cup shredded romaine or iceberg lettuce
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1 medium ripe tomato, diced
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4 sandwich buns or rolls, such as brioche or potato
→ Pantry Items
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1 tablespoon olive oil, extra-virgin
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# Step-by-Step Directions:
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Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken in a single layer and sauté for 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden and cooked through with no pink remaining.
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Arrange bacon slices in a cold skillet and set heat to medium. Cook slowly, flipping occasionally until both sides are crisp. Remove bacon to a paper towel to drain and cool, then chop or crumble into small pieces.
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Return the cooked chicken to the skillet if removed. Add chopped bacon and pour in ranch dressing. Stir gently to coat evenly and warm the mixture for 1 to 2 minutes to blend flavors.
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Split the sandwich buns and arrange bottoms on a serving surface. Add a generous layer of shredded lettuce and scatter diced tomatoes over each bun.
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Spoon the warm chicken and bacon mixture onto prepared buns over lettuce and tomato. Top with remaining bun halves and press gently. Serve immediately while the filling is warm and buns are soft.
# Helpful Hints:
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Store the chicken bacon ranch filling separately from salad and buns in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently before assembling sandwiches to maintain bread texture.
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For a lighter version, substitute Greek yogurt for part or all of the ranch dressing.
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This dish is highly adaptable—add cheese, sliced avocado, or spicy toppings for extra flavor and crunch.