Indulge in a culinary delight with Bonnie's Ranch Chicken Stuffed French Bread, a harmonious blend of classic comfort food and tantalizing flavors. This dish tantalizes taste buds with its crispy, golden-brown bread crust encasing a delectable filling of tender chicken, savory ranch dressing, and a symphony of vegetables. Embark on a flavor journey as you explore this recipe, along with variations that cater to diverse preferences. Discover the secrets of creating a mouthwatering ranch chicken filling, elevating it with the addition of bacon, or opting for a vegetarian alternative with zucchini and bell peppers. Whether you prefer a classic ranch dressing or a zesty homemade version, this recipe provides options to satisfy every palate. Prepare to impress your family and friends with this irresistible dish that combines convenience and culinary artistry.
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BUFFALO CHICKEN-STUFFED FRENCH BREAD
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 to 8 serving
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Slice about 2 inches deep through the top of the bread and continue to cut a large rectangle, being careful not to cut through the bottom of the bread. Remove top of bread and hollow out middle to create a rectangular bread bowl. Set aside.
- Whisk together cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, hot sauce, ranch seasoning, salt, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder and onion powder in a bowl until well combined. Stir in blue cheese, 3/4 cup Cheddar and 3/4 cup mozzarella, followed by chicken.
- Spoon Buffalo chicken dip into prepared French bread and top with remaining Cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Bake on a baking tray for 35 to 45 minutes or until cheese is melted and golden brown. Let bread sit approximately 10 minutes to set and slightly cool, then slice. Best served warm. Garnish with blue cheese if desired.
BONNIE'S ROASTED CHICKEN WITH VEGETABLES
There's something comforting about a roasted chicken recipe and we really loved this flavorful dish. The lemon essence shines throughout the meal. We loved the taste so much, we may double the sauce next time just so there's more of it. The pops of sweetness from sweet potatoes and carrots add an extra layer of flavor. Definitely...
Provided by BonniE !
Categories Vegetables
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Pre-heat the oven to 425 degrees. I use a large stainless steel pan with a shallow rim, big enough to hold all the ingredients in a single layer. Grease the pan with kitchen spray.
- 2. Zest the lemon and squeeze the juice. Place the lemon juice in a large bowl. Add the zest, garlic, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well combined. Pat thighs dry and add to the mixture in the bowl. Coat the chicken thighs with the mixture and place them skin UP in the center of the baking pan.
- 3. Add the vegetables to the bowl with your hands and toss the vegetables until they are coated. Place the vegetables around the chicken in the pan in a single layer.
- 4. Roast in the oven at 425 degrees for about 45 minutes. Stir the vegetables halfway through the cooking process. Test the vegetables to see if they are done, if not, continue cooking. At this time, using tongs, flip the chicken thighs over to "baste" the top of the meat in the juices, and then flip it back over. (Sneaky way to baste.)
- 5. The meat and vegetables will be golden brown. It may take a few minutes less or a few minutes more, depending on how big the pieces of meat are, and how big you slice the vegetables. If you like them more brown, turn on the broiler for a few minutes, but watch them carefully.
- 6. Next time, after you have tried this dish, feel free to add anything else to it that you can't live without. Enjoy!
RANCH CHICKEN SANDWICHES
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- With a very sharp knife, cut the chicken breasts in half down the middle. This will result in 8 chicken breast pieces that are thinner and uniform in size.
- Next, make the marinade. In a large bowl mix together the honey, mustard, paprika, salt, pepper to taste, lemon juice and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Stir to combine.
- Add the chicken to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge, 2 to 4 hours.
- While the chicken marinates, fry up the bacon until chewy. When finished cooking, reserve 1/4 cup of the bacon grease and pour off the rest of the grease (but do not clean the skillet).
- When you are ready to cook the chicken, remove it from the marinade and cook it in the skillet over medium-high heat, 3 to 4 minutes each side. Brush a little reserved bacon grease on the chicken as you cook it. (Or you can grill the chicken breasts on an indoor or outdoor grill.)
- When a couple of minutes grilling time are left, lay 2 pieces of bacon onto each chicken breast. Top with some Cheddar and allow it to melt on the grill (if you need to remove the chicken you can finish melting the cheese under the broiler).
- Halve the rolls and immediately load with the bacon-and-cheese covered chicken.
CHICKEN BACON RANCH PANINI
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Fry the chicken breasts in 1 tablespoon butter and the canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until done in the middle, about 8 minutes. Set aside.
- To assemble the sandwiches, spread a generous amount of mustard on half of the bread slices. Spread a generous amount of ranch dressing on the other half. (Definitely be generous; when the sandwiches cook, these will turn into more of a "sauce.")
- On the ranch-covered slices of bread, place a slice of cheese, a piece of chicken, 2 slices of bacon and a second slice of cheese. Top each with the mustard-covered slice of bread. Butter the outsides of the bread generously with the remaining 4 tablespoons butter, then grill in a panini maker. (If you do not have a panini maker, you can grill the sandwiches in a skillet, laying a heavy skillet on top of the sandwiches to press them together. Turn to grill the other side in the same way.)
- Slice the sandwiches in half and gobble them down immediately.
STUFFED RANCH CHICKEN
My husband and I are trying to eat healthier, so I keep on the lookout for light, flavorful foods that serve two. Stuffed with red pepper, green onion and creamy ranch dressing, this supper is a winner. -LaDonna Reed of Ponca City, Oklahoma
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small nonstick skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until cooked but not crisp. Drain on paper towel. Flatten chicken to 1/4-in. thickness; spread with ranch dressing. Top with mushrooms, red pepper and onions. Roll up and wrap a piece of bacon around each; secure with a toothpick if needed. , Place in a shallow 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or chicken juices run clear. Remove and keep warm. Remove toothpicks., Strain pan juices. In a small saucepan, combine cornstarch and milk until smooth; stir in pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. Serve with chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BUFFALO CHICKEN STUFFED FRENCH BREAD
Great for parties and tailgating. I do variations on the "stuffed french bread" concept (Philly Cheese Steak, Italian Sub, Chicken Paprikash, Ham and Swiss Strata..) because the variations are endless. Sometimes I'll add an egg to the filling as an added binder, but I don't think it's necessary (depends on your filling, if it needs a binder). I just made this combo this past weekend for a party.
Provided by crowmama
Categories Potluck
Time 35m
Yield 1 loaf, 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook the chicken breasts (I like to boil them) and then shred with two forks.
- Mix cheese, ranch dressing, and chili sauce with the chicken.
- Slice the french bread loaf lengthwise. Do not separate the two halves -- just butterfly it. Scoop out the soft bread filling, and break into little bits with your fingers.
- Add the bread pieces in with the chicken mix, and stir well to get everything coated nicely.
- Spoon all the chicken filling back into the french bread shells. Close the loaf together, and wrap tightly in foil.
- Bake at 350 degrees for about 15 minutes to melt the cheese.
- When cool enough to handle, slice into rounds about 1 or 2 inches thick.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 370.8, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 3.8, Cholesterol 43.6, Sodium 907.7, Carbohydrate 30, Fiber 3, Sugar 3.9, Protein 17.1
Tips:
- To make the bread easier to cut, place it in the freezer for 30 minutes before slicing.
- To prevent the bread from getting soggy, brush the cut sides with melted butter before filling.
- Be generous with the cheese! The more cheese, the better the sandwich.
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, cook the chicken until it is no longer pink in the center.
- Serve the sandwich immediately with your favorite sides.
Conclusion:
Bonnie's Ranch Chicken Stuffed French Bread is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy bread, tender chicken, and melted cheese, it's sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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