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Home » Appetizers » Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaded Potato Skins

Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaded Potato Skins

Created: January 31, 2014 Updated: March 23, 2023 by Lyuba Brooke 32 Comments

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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.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaded Potato Skins on a wood cutting board

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.

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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!

4 chicken bacon and ranch loaded potato skins lined up on a wood table

Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaded Potato Skins

These Potato Skins are loaded with ranch chicken and cheese. It's drizzled with ranch dressing and topped with crispy bacon.
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Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes
Total Time: 1 hour hour 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 potato skins
Calories: 285kcal
Author: Lyuba Brooke

Ingredients

  • 2 baking potatoes
  • Coarse salt
  • 4 chicken tenders
  • 1/2 packet of ranch seasoning
  • 1/4 cup ranch dressing
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella cheese
  • 4 slices 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.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 430mg | Potassium: 689mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 119IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 92mg | Iron: 1mg
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I’m Lyuba Brooke, mother of 2, the cook, recipe developer, photographer, and author behind willcookforsmiles.com. I share many classic and original recipes, cooking tips, and tutorials. My passion is sharing delicious meals for everyone to try. Read more...

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Comments

  1. Mary says

    August 23, 2014 at 7:59 am

    Of all the potato skins i have made, I have never thought about using ranch dressing. I like it!

    Reply
    • lyuba says

      August 23, 2014 at 2:34 pm

      Thank you so much, Mary! I’m so glad you liked it!

      Reply
  2. Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says

    February 11, 2014 at 3:12 pm

    What a fantastic switch up from a regular potato skin.

    Reply
  3. Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says

    February 10, 2014 at 9:52 pm

    OMG. That melted cheese!!! I’m in love.

    Reply
  4. Karen @ The Food Charlatan says

    February 9, 2014 at 8:03 pm

    these are GORGEOUS! bacon is just so beautiful. I’m going to make these right now, I have everything in the kitchen!

    Reply
    • lyuba says

      February 10, 2014 at 11:00 am

      Thank you so much, Karen! I hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  5. Laurie says

    February 8, 2014 at 10:08 pm

    This sounds yumtastic!

    You ROCK for linking up this week to Tip Me Tuesday. {high fives}

    Just a heads up, Tip Junkie can help you index your blog more effectively if you upload at least 2 images, 2 steps, and blog post URL into your Tip Junkie craft room!

    Simply login and click “add a project” on your profile page to get started. {yep I’ve got your back!}

    ~ Laurie {a.k.a. the Tip Junkie}
    Link ~ http://www.tipjunkie.com/how-to-add-a-craft-room-project-on-tip-junkie

    Reply
    • lyuba says

      February 8, 2014 at 10:19 pm

      Thank you, Laurie! You are so sweet 🙂

      Reply
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