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Chopped Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich

An easy, hearty sandwich featuring juicy chicken, crispy bacon, cool ranch, and melted cheese, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 2 sandwiches
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked chicken, chopped small (rotisserie works perfectly) Use leftover, rotisserie, or grilled chicken.
  • 4 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled Cook until crispy.
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing Store-bought or homemade; thick and creamy is best.
  • 2 hoagie rolls hoagie rolls or crusty sandwich rolls, toasted lightly Toast to enhance texture.
  • 2 slices cheese, provolone, cheddar, or mozzarella Add your preferred type of cheese.
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce, romaine or iceberg For added crunch.
  • 1 medium tomato, diced small or sliced thin Fresh ripe tomatoes are best.
  • 1 small red onion, very thinly sliced or minced, optional Optional for added flavor.
  • 1/4 cup dill pickles, chopped, optional Adds a nice tang.
  • 1 tablespoon butter or olive oil For toasting the rolls.
  • to taste salt and pepper, plus a pinch of garlic powder For seasoning.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Cook the bacon: Bake at 400°F for about 15 minutes or pan fry until crisp. Drain on paper towels and crumble.
  • Prepare the chicken: Chop cooked chicken into small pieces. Toss with a pinch of salt, pepper, and garlic powder, and warm briefly in a skillet if cold.
  • Toast the rolls: Split hoagie rolls, brush the cut sides with butter or olive oil, and toast in a hot skillet or under the broiler until golden.

Filling Assembly

  • Mix the filling: In a bowl, combine chopped chicken, crumbled bacon, shredded lettuce, diced tomato, and optional onion or pickles. Add ranch dressing to coat.
  • Layer and melt: Place a slice of cheese on the bottom half of each toasted roll, pile on the chopped filling, and broil for 1-2 minutes for melted cheese.
  • Finish and serve: Add extra lettuce on top, drizzle with more ranch if desired, cap with the top roll, slice in half, and serve warm.

Notes

For a spicy version, add a dash of hot sauce or crushed red pepper. If preparing ahead, keep lettuce and tomato separate until serving to avoid sogginess.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
Keyword Chicken Bacon Ranch, Comfort Food, Quick Dinner, Sandwich, Weeknight Meal
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