This is a perfect snack to serve this weekend for the big game! These Potato Skins are loaded with ranch chicken and cheese. It’s drizzled with ranch dressing and topped with crispy bacon.
The big weekend is upon us! It’s Superbowl time!
Who is planning a party this weekend? I bet every other person out there will be throwing a football party or attending a football party. What makes all parties successful is the food. The game is important, of course, but you have to serve just the right snacks. Finger food is the key. With all the people jumping and screaming, there probably shouldn’t be any plates on their laps. You don’t want a big mess on your hands. Perfect thing to have is a snack table filled with delicious finger foods. These Chicken Bacon Ranch Potato Skins will make a perfect addition to your game day party.
But don’t sell these potato skins short, they would be perfect any time of the day. Being loaded with delicious ranch chicken, cheese and crispy bacon, these skins would make a great lunch or even a fun dinner with a side salad!
Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaded Potato Skins
Ingredients
- 2 baking potatoes
- Coarse salt
- Foil for baking the potatoes
- 4 chicken tenders
- 1/2 packet of ranch seasoning
- 1/4 cup of ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup of Mozzarella cheese
- 4 slices of crispy bacon
Instructions
- To bake the potatoes: Preheat the oven to 350. Wash the potatoes thoroughly. Rub them (still damp) with some coarse salt. Poke a couple of holes with a knife and wrap them in foil, individually. Place on a baking sheet and bake for an hour or two, depending on the size of your potatoes. You can check the potatoes after an hour by slowly sticking a knife in them and if it goes in smoothly, potatoes are done. If not, cook for about 30 minutes at a time until done. (**Note: try sticking the knife along the side of the potatoes, where you will be cutting it in half later. This way, you won't have any extra holes in the potato skins.)
- While the potatoes are baking, prepare the chicken: Preheat a medium pan with a little bit of oil. Coat the chicken in some of the ranch seasoning and cook it in the pan, on medium heat, until completely done and golden. Chop into small pieces and set aside.
- When the potatoes are done, cut them in half. Carefully scoop out most of the potato meat but don't go too deep or you will break the skin.
- Fill the potatoes with chicken.
- Sprinkle the cheese on top.
- Drizzle with some ranch dressing and top off with crispy bacon.
- Place back on the baking sheet and bake for about 15 minutes.
Recipe Notes
Recipe from Lyuba @ willcookforsmiles.com All images and content are copyright protected. Please do not use my images without prior permission. If you want to share this recipe, please simply link back to this post for the recipe. Thank you.
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Jelli
January 31, 2014 at 10:48 pmAnything with bacon and cheese makes me smile. I love potato skins, so this recipe is a real winner, I”m sure. Mmm!
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 5:31 pmThank you so much, Jelli!
Ashlyn
February 1, 2014 at 2:09 amOh my word, those look amazing! Bacon, potato, cheese, ranch…all of my faves. Perfect for the Superbowl! š
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 5:37 pmThank you, Ashlyn!!
Jenna
February 1, 2014 at 9:02 amI’ve never thought of skins with chicken! These sound so good, just might make an appearance at the game tomorrow!! Those caramelized onion cheesy pinwheels look to die for! Thanks!
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 5:50 pmThank you, Jenna!
Vicki
February 2, 2014 at 3:22 pmYour posting today looks absolutely scrumptious!!! I love your blog. You Boston Cream Crepe Cake was too delicious for words, not to mention it’s delightful presentation. Thank you!!!
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 5:51 pmThat is so sweet, Vicki! Thank you!
Renee @ Two in the Kitchen
February 2, 2014 at 5:06 pmI would be so perfectly happy with something like this for dinner! It looks delicious! Great idea!!
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 5:52 pmI really would make a nice meal too š
Thank you, Renee!
Carrie This Home
February 2, 2014 at 9:40 pmThese potato skins look amazing! I love all the flavors of cheese, potatoes, and ranch mixing together. I would LOVE it if you’d link this up to the Frugal Crafty Home Blog Hop. I love sharing recipes like this with my readers!
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 5:55 pmThank you so much, Carrie!
Melanie @ Carmel Moments
February 3, 2014 at 9:12 amMmmm. These look so good. Chicken bacon ranch is an awesome combo of favors. Pinned!
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 6:01 pmIt sure is, Melanie! Thank you!!
Kelly @ Eyes On The Source
February 3, 2014 at 10:49 pmOh, so yummy! Going to have to try these! ~ Kelly @ Eyes On The Source
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 6:03 pmI hope you do, Kelly! Thank you!
kewkew
February 4, 2014 at 3:44 pmI am going to put on weight if I make all the scrumptious recipes I find on your blog. This is another wonderful sounding recipe. Thanks for sharing!
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 6:07 pmHaha, thank you!!
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February 5, 2014 at 9:05 pmWhat a tasty looking appetizer Lyuba! Thanks for sharing this with us at our Marvelous Monday Party! Pinning!
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 6:08 pmThank you so much, Deb!
Julie @ Julie's Eats & Treats
February 7, 2014 at 10:20 amI adore any kind of potato skin and these look like the top of the line!
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 6:08 pmThank you, Julie!
Tonia
February 7, 2014 at 5:04 pmLoaded potato skins are one of my favorite things to order as an appetizer!
lyuba
February 7, 2014 at 6:09 pmThank you, Tonia!!
Laurie
February 8, 2014 at 10:08 pmThis sounds yumtastic!
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lyuba
February 8, 2014 at 10:19 pmThank you, Laurie! You are so sweet š
Karen @ The Food Charlatan
February 9, 2014 at 8:03 pmthese are GORGEOUS! bacon is just so beautiful. I’m going to make these right now, I have everything in the kitchen!
lyuba
February 10, 2014 at 11:00 amThank you so much, Karen! I hope you enjoy it!
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February 10, 2014 at 9:52 pmOMG. That melted cheese!!! I’m in love.
Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie
February 11, 2014 at 3:12 pmWhat a fantastic switch up from a regular potato skin.
Mary
August 23, 2014 at 7:59 amOf all the potato skins i have made, I have never thought about using ranch dressing. I like it!
lyuba
August 23, 2014 at 2:34 pmThank you so much, Mary! I’m so glad you liked it!