WW Chicken Bacon Ranch Garlic Toast

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WW Chicken Bacon Ranch Garlic Toast is healthy and tasty. It is prepared in 30 minutes, so it is good to prepare as a quick lunch, dinner, or snack. It contains light whole-wheat bread, cooked skinless chicken breast, center-cut bacon, reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, light ranch dressing, light butter, garlic powder, black pepper, dried parsley, and smoked paprika. WW Chicken Bacon Ranch Garlic Toast is served with fresh salads, roasted vegetables, light soups, potato sides, and dips. We can easily store this toast in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze it for up to 2 months, so we can easily prepare the chicken mixture in advance and enjoy a quick, tasty meal.

STATS:

  • Total time: 30 minutes
  • Calories: 290 kcal
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving size: 1 slice
  • Cooking time: 15 minutes
  • Servings: 8 slices
  • Cuisine: American
  • Preparation time: 15 minutes
  • Course: Main

EQUIPMENT:

  • Baking sheet
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Knife
  • Baking paper
  • Mixing bowls
  • Cutting board
  • Spoon

INGREDIENTS:

  • 8 slices light whole-wheat bread
  • Half tsp black pepper
  • Cooking spray, as needed
  • Half tsp dried parsley
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
  • Half cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices crumbled center-cut bacon
  • Half cup light ranch dressing
  • 2 tbsp softened light butter
  • Half cup reduced-fat shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Quarter tsp smoked paprika

INGREDIENT NOTES:

WHOLE-WHEAT BREAD:

  • Utilize the light whole-wheat bread to prepare this garlic toast, and it will provide a crispy base for the chicken, bacon, ranch, and cheese. It will also provide fiber and help make the recipe lighter. We would also utilize reduced-calorie Texas toast or French bread instead if required.

CHICKEN BREAST:

  • Include the cooked chicken breast to provide lean protein and make the garlic toast filling. It will also provide a tender texture and savory taste to balance the creamy ranch dressing & melted cheese. We would also utilize leftover roasted chicken, air-fried chicken breast, or turkey breast instead if required.

CENTER-CUT BACON:

  • Add the center-cut bacon to provide a smoky and salty flavor to the chicken mixture. It will also complement the creamy ranch dressing and melted cheese. We would also utilize turkey bacon or chopped mushrooms instead if required.

REDUCED-FAT MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

  • Utilize the reduced-fat mozzarella cheese to prepare this garlic toast, and it will provide a smooth & stretchy texture when melted. It will also help hold the chicken topping together and provide a delicious cheesy taste. We would also utilize part-skim mozzarella cheese instead if required.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, cover the sheet with baking paper and warm the oven to 400°F.
  2. Mix the cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, black pepper, smoked paprika, and half of the mozzarella and cheddar in the bowl.
  3. Then mix the softened light butter with garlic powder in the small bowl.
  4. Arrange the bread slices on the sheet and spread a thin layer of garlic butter on them.
  5. Include the chicken mixture evenly, then sprinkle the remaining mozzarella and cheddar on the slices.
  6. Bake the toast for twelve minutes and broil it for two minutes.
  7. Lastly, sprinkle dried parsley on top and serve the toast crispy.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SALADS:

  • Classic Garden Salad
  • Cucumber Tomato Salad
  • Creamy Coleslaw
  • Greek Salad
  • Spinach Strawberry Salad

VEGETABLE SIDES:

  • Roasted Broccoli
  • Garlic Green Beans
  • Air-Fryer Zucchini Fries
  • Roasted Carrots
  • Steamed Asparagus

SOUPS:

  • Tomato Basil Soup
  • Chicken Vegetable Soup
  • Creamy Cauliflower Soup
  • Minestrone Soup

POTATO SIDES:

  • Air-Fryer Potato Wedges
  • Garlic Roasted Baby Potatoes
  • Sweet Potato Fries
  • Crispy Seasoned Potato Cubes

DIPS AND SAUCES:

  • Light Ranch Dip
  • Garlic Yogurt Sauce
  • Spicy Tomato Salsa
  • Honey Mustard Dip

TIPS:

  • Add the dry chicken so the bread stays firm and doesn’t get soggy.
  • Bake the bread for three minutes, then add the topping so it comes out extra crisp.
  • Serve the toast as soon as it’s baked, so it doesn’t go soft and soggy.
  • Broil the dish with care, because the cheese burns fast.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Cool the toast and store it in a closed box for three days.

FREEZER:

  • Assemble the toast and freeze it for two months without baking.

FAQs:

Could I add leftover chicken to this recipe?

  • Yes, adding leftover grilled or poached chicken can give you better results.

Would it be a good idea to air fry these toasts?

  • Yes, you can air fry the assembled toast at 350°F for 8 minutes.

Is it possible to make this recipe ahead of time?

  • Yes, you can make the topping a day ahead and put the toast together to bake when you’re ready.

What can I do to keep the bread from getting soggy?

  • Using thick bread and not adding extra ranch dressing can help you get better results.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 290 kcal

Net carbs: 19 g

Iron: 1.8 mg

Total carbs: 21 g

Vitamin A: 180 IU

Fiber: 2 g

Calcium: 180 mg

Protein: 24 g

Sodium: 620 mg

Potassium: 280 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 9 Points