WW Loaded Ranch Bacon Chicken

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The WW Loaded Ranch Bacon Chicken is tasty and contains 295 calories per serving. Takes 40 minutes to prepare this meal. Serve it at holidays, events, lunches, feasts, dinners, festivals, get-togethers, or functions. It contains chicken breasts, light cream cheese, nonfat plain Greek yogurt, dry ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, black pepper, reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese, turkey bacon,  green onions, & cooking spray. We may pair it with cauliflower rice, garden salad, steamed broccoli, coleslaw, brown rice, barley, baked sweet potato, or spinach salad. Keep this WW Loaded Ranch Bacon Chicken for 4 days in the refrigerator.

STATS:

  • Total duration: 40 minutes
  • Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
  • Calories: 295 kcal
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Cooking Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 4
  • Course: Main
  • Preparation Time: 10 minutes
  • Cuisine: American

EQUIPMENT:

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Measuring spoons
  • Silicone spatula
  • Knife
  • Small skillet
  • Meat thermometer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Cutting board

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 ounces softened light cream cheese
  • Quarter tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped green onions
  • Half tsp garlic powder
  • 4 boneless chicken breasts
  • Quarter cup non-fat plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tbsp dry ranch seasoning mix
  • Half cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices turkey bacon
  • Cooking spray

INGREDIENT NOTES:

BONELESS SKINLESS CHICKEN BREASTS:

  • This is the main component that gives lean protein and cooks evenly. They keep the points low and make the dish filling. You may use turkey breast cutlets as per your preference.

LIGHT CREAM CHEESE:

  • It makes the creamy topping and melts beautifully. Cream cheese sticks the ranch seasoning to the chicken well. You may use whipped light cream cheese as an alternative.

NON-FAT PLAIN GREEK YOGURT:

  • Yogurt makes the topping creamy and maintains the richness of cheese. You may use plain skyr as another option.

REDUCED-FAT CHEDDAR CHEESE:

  • It melts beautifully and keeps the calories low. Cheddar cheese gives a delicious cheesy topping to the dish. You may use reduced-fat mozzarella as a substitute.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, warm the oven to 375°F and coat the dish with cooking spray.
  2. Dry the chicken breasts then arrange one layer in the dish.
  3. Combine softened light cream cheese, Greek yogurt, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and black pepper in a medium bowl to make a smooth mixture.
  4. Spread the creamy ranch mixture evenly on the chicken breast then bake for twenty minutes.
  5. Take the dish out of the oven then sprinkle reduced-fat cheddar cheese on the chicken.
  6. Bake the dish again for 10 minutes, then sprinkle cooked turkey bacon on the cheese.
  7. Lastly, garnish the dish with chopped green onions and cool the dish for 5 minutes.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

VEGETABLE:

  • Steamed Broccoli
  • Garlic Green Beans
  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  • Cauliflower Rice

SALADS:

  • Garden Salad
  • Caesar Salad
  • Cucumber Tomato Salad
  • Spinach Salad
  • Coleslaw

POTATO SIDES:

  • Roasted Baby Potatoes
  • Mashed Cauliflower
  • Air Fryer Potato Wedges

GRAIN SIDES:

  • Brown Rice
  • Quinoa
  • Wild Rice
  • Barley
  • Whole Wheat Couscous

LOW-CARB:

  • Zucchini Noodles
  • Spaghetti Squash
  • Roasted Mushrooms
  • Grilled Zucchini
  • Sautéed Spinach

BREAD:

  • Whole Wheat Dinner Rolls
  • Light Biscuits
  • Whole Grain Bread
  • Garlic Toast
  • Low-Carb Bread

TIPS:

  • Cook the turkey bacon till it gets crispy to keep it crunchy.
  • Freshly shredded cheese gives better melting texture in the meal.
  • Cool the chicken for 5 minutes, then serve to keep it juicy.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Keep the dish in the box for 4 days.

FREEZER:

  • Wrap the chicken breast individually and freeze for 90 days.

FAQs:

Are chicken thighs a good choice for this recipe?

  • Yes, they work best, but cook them for a few extra minutes.

Can I make this dish early?

  • Yes, it is good to refrigerate the assembled dish for 24 hours in advance and bake when needed to serve.

Is bottled ranch dressing great to include?

  • No, it makes the mixture thin, so use dry ranch seasoning for better results.

Can I exclude bacon from this recipe?

  • Yes, you may skip it or replace it with chopped mushrooms.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Net Carbs: 4 grams

Total Carbs: 6 g

Fiber: 2 grams

Protein: 41 g

Total Fat: 11 grams

Sodium: 645 mg

Potassium: 735 milligrams

Calcium: 215 mg

Calories: 295 kcal

Iron: 1.2 milligrams

Vitamin A: 620 IU

Weight Watchers Points: 4 Points