Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 slices turkey turkey turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 head of iceberg lettuce, leaves separated
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, toss the chicken cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the spices.
- Spread the seasoned chicken cubes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove the chicken from the oven and let it cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, crumbled turkey turkey turkey bacon, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Gently mix in the ranch dressing until all ingredients are well combined.
- Arrange the iceberg lettuce leaves on a serving platter. Spoon the chicken mixture into each lettuce leaf, creating lettuce boats.
- Garnish with chopped fresh chives and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious and healthy Chicken Turkey turkey bacon Ranch Lettuce Boats!
Notes
For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the chicken seasoning. You can also substitute the cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese variety. Store leftover chicken mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Assemble the lettuce boats just before serving to prevent the lettuce from becoming soggy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 lettuce boat
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg