Step into the world of culinary delight as we embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for Chicken Bacon Ranch Panini, inspired by the Pioneer Woman herself. This tantalizing sandwich features succulent chicken, crispy bacon, creamy ranch dressing, and a symphony of flavors, all nestled between two slices of toasted bread. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds as we delve into the secrets of crafting the ultimate Chicken Bacon Ranch Panini, with step-by-step instructions and expert tips to guide you along the way.
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RANCH CHICKEN SANDWICHES
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 2h30m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- With a very sharp knife, cut the chicken breasts in half down the middle. This will result in 8 chicken breast pieces that are thinner and uniform in size.
- Next, make the marinade. In a large bowl mix together the honey, mustard, paprika, salt, pepper to taste, lemon juice and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Stir to combine.
- Add the chicken to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge, 2 to 4 hours.
- While the chicken marinates, fry up the bacon until chewy. When finished cooking, reserve 1/4 cup of the bacon grease and pour off the rest of the grease (but do not clean the skillet).
- When you are ready to cook the chicken, remove it from the marinade and cook it in the skillet over medium-high heat, 3 to 4 minutes each side. Brush a little reserved bacon grease on the chicken as you cook it. (Or you can grill the chicken breasts on an indoor or outdoor grill.)
- When a couple of minutes grilling time are left, lay 2 pieces of bacon onto each chicken breast. Top with some Cheddar and allow it to melt on the grill (if you need to remove the chicken you can finish melting the cheese under the broiler).
- Halve the rolls and immediately load with the bacon-and-cheese covered chicken.
CHICKEN BACON RANCH PANINI - PIONEER WOMAN RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by lindaauman
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Fry the four pieces of chicken breast in oil and butter until done in the middle, about 10-12 minutes. Slice into strips and set aside. To assemble the sandwiches, spread a generous amount of mustard on one half of the bread. Spread a generous amount of ranch dressing on the other half. (Definitely be generous; when the sandwich cooks, these will turn into more of a "sauce.") Arrange chicken, bacon slices, and cheese slices on the bottom half. Top with the top slice. Butter both sides of the bread generously, then grill in the panini maker. (If you do not have a panini maker, you can grill the sandwiches in a skillet, laying a heavy skillet on top of the sandwich to press it together. Turn to grill the other side in the same way.) Slice in half and gobble it down immediately.
CHICKEN BACON RANCH PANINI
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Fry the chicken breasts in 1 tablespoon butter and the canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until done in the middle, about 8 minutes. Set aside.
- To assemble the sandwiches, spread a generous amount of mustard on half of the bread slices. Spread a generous amount of ranch dressing on the other half. (Definitely be generous; when the sandwiches cook, these will turn into more of a "sauce.")
- On the ranch-covered slices of bread, place a slice of cheese, a piece of chicken, 2 slices of bacon and a second slice of cheese. Top each with the mustard-covered slice of bread. Butter the outsides of the bread generously with the remaining 4 tablespoons butter, then grill in a panini maker. (If you do not have a panini maker, you can grill the sandwiches in a skillet, laying a heavy skillet on top of the sandwiches to press them together. Turn to grill the other side in the same way.)
- Slice the sandwiches in half and gobble them down immediately.
CHICKEN BACON RANCH PANINI
For all its simplicity, this panini is really something yummy... and a little spicy! And if you don't have a panini maker, don't fret! Just grill the sandwich in the skillet with a second (heavy) skillet on top of it to press it together. It'll make you feel inventive and nifty.
Provided by Jessi Leigh
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, chili powder, red pepper, and the blackening seasoning.
- Add 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil to a pan and cook the chicken breasts until cooked through, about 10-12 minutes. Slice into strips or shred, and set aside.
- Cook the bacon.
- To assemble the sandwiches, spread a generous amount of mustard on one half of the bread. Spread a generous amount of ranch dressing on the other half. (Definitely be generous; when the sandwich cooks, these will turn into more of a "sauce.").
- Arrange chicken, bacon slices, and cheese slices on the bottom half. Top with the top slice. Butter both sides of the bread generously, then grill in the panini maker. (If you do not have a panini maker, you can grill the sandwiches in a skillet, laying a heavy skillet on top of the sandwich to press it together. Turn to grill the other side in the same way.).
- Slice in half and gobble it down immediately.
Tips:
- For a crispy panini, use a well-seasoned grill pan or griddle.
- Spread the mayonnaise on both sides of the bread to prevent it from getting soggy.
- If you don't have a panini press, you can cook the sandwich in a large skillet over medium heat, pressing down on it with a spatula.
- To make sure the chicken is cooked through, use a meat thermometer to check that it has reached an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- If you want a more flavorful sandwich, try using a flavored mayonnaise, such as garlic mayonnaise or horseradish mayonnaise.
- You can also add other ingredients to your panini, such as sliced avocado, tomato, or bell peppers.
- To make a vegetarian panini, simply omit the chicken and add more vegetables.
Conclusion:
The chicken bacon ranch panini is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. With its crispy bread, juicy chicken, flavorful bacon, and creamy ranch dressing, this sandwich is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and satisfying meal, give this recipe a try.
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