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Bacon Ranch Chicken Thighs are a mouthwatering, easy-to-make dish perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Juicy, seasoned chicken thighs are wrapped in crispy bacon and smothered in creamy ranch sauce, creating a flavorful combination that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Whether baked in the oven or cooked in a skillet, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Pair it with roasted veggies, mashed potatoes, or a simple salad for a complete, satisfying meal. Discover the recipe and tips to make this delicious comfort food on the blog.

Baked Ranch Chicken Thighs

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings

Ingredients

FOR THE CHICKEN:
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to 1/4-inch thickness
salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
1/2 teaspoon smoked or sweet paprika
FOR THE RANCH CREAM CHEESE:
1/4 cup ranch
4 ounces shredded cheddar cheese white or yellow
4 slices thick cut bacon diced
FOR THE GARNISH:
sliced green scallions

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400F.
Lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, add in diced bacon and cook until crispy. See notes below for more information about the bacon.
Remove bacon from skillet and set aside. Do not discard the bacon fat. It will be used to brown the chicken breasts.
Return skillet to heat and add vegetable oil and butter to the remaining bacon fat.
Pound the chicken breasts until they are about 1/4-inch thick. Season with salt, pepper and paprika.
Depending upon the size of your skillet add 2 to 3 chicken breasts to the hot oil. Do not crowd them. Cook the chicken breasts for 2 to 3 minutes or until they are golden brown.
Flip over the chicken breasts and continue to cook for another 2 to 3 minutes.
Remove chicken breasts from the skillet. Arrange them in the previously prepared baking dish and set aside.
Top each chicken breast with about 1 Tbsp. of ranch dressing. Spread to evenly coat the chicken breast.
Sprinkle half of the diced bacon on top of the Ranch.
Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the chicken breasts.
Bake, uncovered, for 15 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and cheese is melted and lightly browned.
Remove from oven and garnish with remaining bacon and sliced scallions before serving.