Description
Indulge in the perfect fusion of crispy potatoes, savory chicken, smoky bacon, ranch dressing, and melted cheese with these loaded fries.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb russet potatoes
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 8 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1½ cups shredded cheese blend
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- Optional toppings: diced tomatoes, jalapeños, sour cream, avocado
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes by cutting them into ¼-inch strips and soaking in cold water for 30 minutes.
- Season and bake the fries by tossing dried potato strips with olive oil and seasonings, arranging them on a baking sheet, and baking at 425°F for 20-25 minutes.
- Prepare the toppings by warming shredded chicken with ranch dressing and crumbling cooked bacon.
- Layer hot fries in an oven-safe dish, sprinkle with cheese, chicken, and bacon, and return to the oven to melt cheese.
- Add finishing touches with ranch dressing, green onions, and optional toppings. Serve immediately.
Notes
Customize ingredients to your taste preferences. For healthier alternatives, opt for air-fried sweet potato fries and Greek yogurt.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: loaded fries, chicken bacon ranch, comfort food, game day, appetizers