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
06 - 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
12 - 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.