Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1 cup diced onion
- 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Pound chicken breasts to even 1-inch thickness.
- Season chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Heat olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 5–7 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté mushrooms, bell pepper, and onion 5–7 minutes until tender. Stir in crumbled bacon 2–3 minutes.
- Place seared chicken in baking dish. Spoon vegetable and bacon mixture over chicken.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and drizzle with ranch dressing.
- Cover with foil and bake 25–30 minutes. Remove foil, check chicken reaches 165°F, bake 5–10 more minutes if needed.
- Let rest 5 minutes. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ensure even chicken thickness for consistent cooking.
- Customize vegetables to preference.
- Pairs well with mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a garden salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing & Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with toppings
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 900
- Fat: 40
- Saturated Fat: 18
- Unsaturated Fat: 18
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 50
- Cholesterol: 165