Ingredients
– 10 ounces cubed cooked chicken – the star protein that keeps you full
– 1/4 cup mayonnaise – for that creamy base in the ranch dressing
– 1/4 cup sour cream – adds tang and smoothness to the dressing
– 1/2 teaspoon dried dill – brings fresh herb flavor to the mix
– 1/2 teaspoon parsley – enhances the dressing with a hint of earthiness
– 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder – provides a subtle garlic kick
– 1/8 teaspoon onion powder – adds a mild, savory note
– A pinch of salt – just enough to balance the flavors
– 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese – for a melty, rich touch
– 1/4 cup chopped cooked bacon – delivers that smoky crunch
Instructions
1-First, make the homemade ranch dressing by combining 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/2 teaspoon dried dill, 1/2 teaspoon parsley, 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/8 teaspoon onion powder, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Stir until smooth and creamy.
2-Next, add 10 ounces of cubed cooked chicken to the dressing, along with 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup chopped cooked bacon.
3-Then, fold everything together gently until the chicken, bacon, and cheese are well coated with the dressing.
4-Finally, serve it up! This recipe makes two servings, so it’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner. For variations, toss in extras like celery or bell pepper for crunch, or serve in lettuce wraps.
Last Step:
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🥑 Add diced avocado just before serving for extra creaminess and healthy fats – it pairs perfectly with the ranch flavors
🌿 For extra crunch, add 1/4 cup of finely chopped celery or bell pepper to the chicken mixture
⏰ Make this ahead of time and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days – flavors actually improve overnight
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing/No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Keto
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 of recipe
- Calories: 552
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 680
- Fat: 37
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Unsaturated Fat: 24
- Trans Fat: 0.3
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 48
- Cholesterol: 145