Description
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Skillet is a hearty and flavorful one-pan dish combining tender cubed chicken breasts, crispy bacon, and seasoned Yukon gold potatoes, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a satisfying dinner, this recipe uses a Blackstone griddle or similar grill for an easy, delicious meal packed with classic ranch flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins
- 2 lbs chicken breasts cubed
- 1 lb bacon
Vegetables & Starches
- 4 cups Yukon gold potatoes cubes
Seasonings
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 2–3 tbsp ranch seasoning
Dairy
- 2 cups cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Preheat your Blackstone or similar griddle to medium heat, then add a thin coat of oil to the cooking surface to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Cook the potatoes: Place the diced Yukon gold potatoes on one side of the grill. Let them cook for about 15 minutes before flipping to cook evenly on all sides.
- Cook the bacon: While the potatoes cook, add the bacon to the other half of the grill. Cook for about 5 minutes per side or until the bacon reaches your desired crispiness. Remove the bacon from the grill and set aside for later use.
- Flip the potatoes: After removing the bacon, flip the potatoes for thorough cooking. Add more oil if the potatoes appear dry to prevent sticking.
- Cook the chicken: Add the cubed chicken breasts to the grill, cooking them in the bacon grease for added flavor. Season the chicken and potatoes with salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and ranch seasoning. Cook chicken for about 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked through.
- Combine and melt cheese: Once the chicken is cooked, mix the potatoes with the chicken on the grill surface. Layer shredded cheddar cheese and the crispy bacon pieces over the top. Continue cooking on the grill until the cheese is completely melted.
- Serve: Remove everything from the grill and serve hot. Enjoy your flavorful Chicken Bacon Ranch Skillet!
Notes
- Using Yukon gold potatoes provides a creamy texture and holds up well to grilling.
- If you don’t have a Blackstone griddle, a large cast-iron skillet or outdoor grill with a flat top works well.
- Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F for safety.
- Feel free to adjust ranch seasoning according to your taste preference.
- For extra veggies, consider adding diced bell peppers or onions with the potatoes.
