Description
Get ready to experience a bold and flavorful explosion in your mouth with the irresistible Monster Ranch Bacon Chicken Inferno Bites! These savory snacks are the perfect blend of tender chicken, crispy bacon, and a spicy inferno seasoning that will leave your taste buds craving more.
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 pound bacon, chopped
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F.
2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chopped bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
3. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cooked bacon, ranch dressing, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
4. Spread the mixture in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.
5. Remove from oven and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top. Return to oven for an additional 5 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
For gluten-free options, use gluten-free ranch dressing. To make dairy-free, omit the cheddar cheese or use a non-dairy alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 bites
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg