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30 Minute Baked Crack Chicken Recipe

30 Minute Baked Crack Chicken Recipe
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This 30 Minute Baked Crack Chicken recipe features juicy chicken breasts coated in a flavorful mixture of ranch seasoning, mayonnaise, crispy bacon bits, garlic, sea salt, and cheddar cheese. Baked to perfection, this dish offers a crunchy exterior with a creamy, cheesy interior, making it a perfect quick and hearty dinner option.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 4 large chicken breasts

Coating Mixture

  • 1 tablespoon Ranch seasoning
  • 1/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits (cooked)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt

Toppings

  • 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
  • 6 bacon slices (cooked and chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s hot and ready for baking the chicken.
  2. Prepare the baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with foil to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier. Set aside.
  3. Process bacon mixture: Add 1 1/2 cups of crispy bacon bits to a food processor along with the minced garlic and sea salt. Pulse until the ingredients are finely chopped and well combined. Transfer this bacon mixture to a large mixing bowl.
  4. Make the sauce: In a medium bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and ranch seasoning until smooth and well combined.
  5. Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the mayo-ranch mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated, then roll it in the bacon mixture until evenly covered. Place each coated chicken breast on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat this process for all chicken breasts.
  6. Add cheese and bacon toppings: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of each coated chicken breast. Then, sprinkle the remaining chopped cooked bacon slices over the cheese.
  7. Bake the chicken: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C) when checked with an instant-read thermometer.
  8. Serve: Once baked, garnish the chicken with freshly chopped parsley if desired and serve hot for a delicious meal.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh, high-quality chicken breasts for juicier meat.
  • If you prefer, low-fat mayonnaise can be used to reduce calories, but it may slightly alter creaminess.
  • Adjust ranch seasoning according to taste preference if you want a stronger or milder flavor.
  • If you don’t have crispy bacon bits, cook and crumble regular bacon until crispy before using.
  • Check the internal temperature of the chicken to ensure it is safe to eat; do not rely solely on cooking time.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To make it gluten-free, verify that the ranch seasoning is gluten-free certified.

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Keywords: Baked Crack Chicken, Ranch Chicken, Crispy Bacon Chicken, Quick Chicken Recipes, 30 Minute Chicken Dinner

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