By Sabine Venier
Updated Apr 22, 2025
Chicken bacon ranch is one of my favorite flavor combinations, so you know I had to make a chicken bacon ranch sandwich! This flavorful sandwich is chock full of juicy chicken, crispy bacon, creamy cheese, and tangy ranch dressing. It tastes just like my favorite fast food sandwich, but is homemade, and my kids love it!
5-Star Review
“Made this for dinner tonight and we loved it! thank you!” -Belinda
This creamy, cheesy, bacon sandwich is made with simple ingredients that I almost always keep on hand. Ranch seasoning and ranch dressing are must-have staples in my kitchen!
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- ▢ 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ▢ 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ▢ 1½ tablespoons ranch seasoning
- ▢ 8 slices bacon
- ▢ 4 hamburger buns or your favorite sandwich buns
- ▢ ½ cup ranch dressing
- ▢ 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ▢ 4 slices cheddar cheese
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Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and pound them to an even thickness. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil and ranch seasoning, then rub this mixture over the chicken breasts. Set them aside. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1½ tablespoons ranch seasoning
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and fry the bacon until crispy, approximately 3 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, retaining the bacon fat in the skillet. 8 slices bacon
- In the same skillet, cook the chicken over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Carefully wipe the pan clean using paper towels, then toast the burger buns in it for 1 minute or until they are golden brown. 4 hamburger buns
- Spread ranch dressing on the bottom halves of the toasted buns, and then top them with lettuce. ½ cup ranch dressing, 1 cup shredded lettuce
- Slice the chicken and place the slices on top of the lettuce. Then, add the cheese and bacon on top. Spread additional ranch dressing on the inside of the top half of the burger bun, and then close the sandwich. 4 slices cheddar cheese
Becky’s Tips
- For meal prep, I like to make the chicken ahead (you can do this up to 2 days ahead) and store it in the refrigerator so it’s ready to go. If you’re not keen on the ranch flavor, you can substitute it with your favorite spread, like honey mustard , garlic aioli , or mayo .
- In the summer, I like to grill the chicken instead of pan-searing it, too.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwiches Step-by-Step
Season the Chicken: Pat 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts dry and pound them to an even thickness. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1½ tablespoons of ranch seasoning, then rub this mixture over the chicken breasts. Set them aside.
Fry the Bacon: Heat a skillet over medium heat and fry 8 slices of bacon until crispy, approximately 3 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, retaining the bacon fat in the skillet.
Cook the Chicken: In the same skillet, cook the chicken over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Toast the Buns: I like to use homemade hamburger buns , but any sandwich bun will work, so use whatever you have on hand. Carefully wipe the pan clean using paper towels, then toast 4 hamburger buns in it for 1 minute or until they are golden brown.
Spread with Ranch: Spread ½ cup of ranch dressing on the bottom halves of the toasted buns, and then top them with 1 cup of shredded lettuce.
Assemble the Sandwiches: Slice the chicken and place the slices on top of the lettuce. Then, add 4 slices of cheddar cheese and 8 slices of cooked bacon on top. Spread additional ranch dressing on the inside of the top half of the burger bun, and then close the sandwich.
How to Store and Reheat
To prep for lunch, wrap the sandwich tightly in parchment paper or aluminum foil, or place it in a sandwich container for up to 24 hours. If possible, keep the ranch dressing and other wet components separate until ready to eat to prevent the bread from becoming soggy. Assemble and reheat when ready to eat.
Serving Suggestions
This chicken bacon ranch sandwich is great with a green goddess salad , some creamy coleslaw , or a light bowl of cabbage soup . For a heartier meal, serve with fries or my favorite ranch potato salad .
More Chicken Sandwich Recipes To Try
Chicken Salad Sandwich Recipe
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwich
Chicken Alfredo Sandwich (Crockpot Recipe)
Chicken Bacon Ranch Sandwich Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ tablespoons ranch seasoning
- 8 slices bacon
- 4 hamburger buns or your favorite sandwich buns
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Pat the chicken breasts dry and pound them to an even thickness. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil and ranch seasoning, then rub this mixture over the chicken breasts. Set them aside. 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1½ tablespoons ranch seasoning
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and fry the bacon until crispy, approximately 3 minutes per side. Transfer the cooked bacon to a plate lined with paper towels, retaining the bacon fat in the skillet. 8 slices bacon
- In the same skillet, cook the chicken over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
- Carefully wipe the pan clean using paper towels, then toast the burger buns in it for 1 minute or until they are golden brown. 4 hamburger buns
- Spread ranch dressing on the bottom halves of the toasted buns, and then top them with lettuce. ½ cup ranch dressing, 1 cup shredded lettuce
- Slice the chicken and place the slices on top of the lettuce. Then, add the cheese and bacon on top. Spread additional ranch dressing on the inside of the top half of the burger bun, and then close the sandwich. 4 slices cheddar cheese
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Notes
- For meal prep, I like to make the chicken ahead (you can do this up to 2 days ahead) and store it in the refrigerator so it’s ready to go. If you’re not keen on the ranch flavor, you can substitute it with your favorite spread, like honey mustard , garlic aioli , or mayo .
- In the summer, I like to grill the chicken instead of pan-searing it, too.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
