Creamy Chicken Bacon Ranch Cabbage (Printable Version)
Tender chicken and crispy bacon meet crisp cabbage in a velvety ranch sauce.
# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
02 - 6 slices bacon chopped
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 medium head green cabbage core removed sliced thin
04 - 1 small onion diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic minced
→ Creamy Ranch Sauce
06 - ½ cup heavy cream
07 - ½ cup sour cream
08 - ¼ cup cream cheese softened
09 - 2 tbsp ranch seasoning mix
10 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley plus extra for garnish
11 - Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Optional Toppings
12 - Sliced green onions
13 - Shredded cheddar cheese
# Directions:
01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon until crispy. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels, reserving 1-2 tbsp of bacon fat in the pan.
02 - Add chicken pieces to the skillet. Season lightly with salt and pepper. Sauté 6-8 minutes until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
03 - In the same skillet, add onion and garlic. Cook 2 minutes until fragrant.
04 - Add sliced cabbage, season with salt and pepper, and sauté 5-7 minutes until cabbage is tender but still crisp.
05 - Lower heat. Return chicken and bacon to the pan.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk together heavy cream, sour cream, cream cheese, ranch seasoning, and parsley until smooth.
07 - Pour sauce over the chicken and cabbage mixture. Stir gently until well incorporated and heated through, 2-3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning.
08 - Serve hot in bowls, garnished with additional parsley, green onions, or cheddar cheese if desired.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The combination of crispy bacon and tender chicken creates layers of texture that make every bite interesting
- Its the kind of meal that feels indulgent while keeping you light and energized afterward
02 -
- Resist the urge to crank up the heat when adding the creamy sauce or it will separate and turn grainy
- Taste the cabbage before adding the final salt since the bacon and ranch seasoning both contribute significant saltiness
03 -
- Cook your bacon slightly less crispy than usual since it will continue to crisp when added back at the end
- Warm your cream and sour cream slightly before whisking them together for faster incorporation