Chicken Bacon Ranch Lettuce Boats (Print Format)
Tender chicken, crispy bacon, and ranch dressing nestled in crisp lettuce for a fresh, savory handheld dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Preparation
01 -
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
02 -
1 tablespoon olive oil
03 -
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 -
1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 -
1 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Dressing
07 -
1/2 cup sour cream
08 -
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
09 -
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
10 -
1 clove garlic, minced
11 -
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
13 -
Salt and pepper, to taste
→ Assembly
14 -
6-8 leaves of romaine or butter lettuce, washed and patted dry
15 -
6 slices cooked bacon, chopped or crumbled
16 -
Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish
# Steps:
01 -
Rub chicken breasts with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Grill or sear in a hot skillet over medium heat for approximately 6 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Allow chicken to rest for 5 minutes, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
02 -
Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped dill, and parsley in a small bowl. Whisk until smooth. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
03 -
Arrange lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Fill each leaf with chopped chicken, drizzle with ranch dressing, and top with crispy chopped bacon. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives for added flavor and presentation.