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Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich with crispy bacon and ranch dressing

Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich

A quick and comforting sandwich filled with creamy ranch, smoky bacon, and tender chicken, perfect for picnics or weeknight meals.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 2 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Filling

  • 2 cups cooked, chopped chicken Use rotisserie or poached chicken.
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked and chopped Preferred thick-cut bacon for texture.
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing Use creamy, herbed ranch or a homemade version.
  • 4 slices bread Choose your favorite type, lightly toasted.

Toppings

  • Lettuce Fresh, crisp lettuce to add crunch.
  • Tomato Thick slices to add juiciness.
  • Other fresh toppings Onion, avocado, pickle as desired.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Combine the chopped chicken and chopped bacon in a medium bowl.
  • Add the ranch dressing and stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
  • Use a fork to break pieces apart while folding; ensure the mixture is glossy.

Prepare the bread

  • Toast the bread to preference, keeping it firm but not too dark.

Assembly

  • Lay one slice of bread on your work surface and layer a generous portion of the chicken-bacon-ranch mix on top.
  • Add lettuce, tomato, and any other fresh toppings, placing wetter items away from the bread.
  • Top with the second slice of bread and press gently to compress the filling.
  • Slice the sandwich in half on a diagonal for easier handling.

Serving

  • Serve immediately and enjoy the crisp textures.
  • If packing for later, separate wet ingredients to avoid sogginess.

Notes

Quick to prepare, customizable for various tastes. For a grilled version, butter the outside and cook in a skillet.
Keyword bacon sandwich, Chicken Sandwich, comfort food, quick meal, ranch dressing