Chicken Bacon Ranch Chili

Chicken Bacon Ranch Chili

This was a delicious, simple chili made in the crockpot. I love the addition of bacon and the ranch seasoning, adds extra depth of flavor.

Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 cups chicken broth
1 can tomato paste
1 can great northern beans, drained
2 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 packet ranch dressing mix
1/2 cup crumbled cooked bacon
ranch dressing, to serve with
tortilla chips or strips, to serve with (my favorite with chili is Fritos)
shredded cheese, optional, to serve with

Directions:
Arrange chicken in the bottom of your crockpot. Season the chicken with chili powder, garlic, cumin, and ranch seasoning packet. add chicken broth, tomato paste, and beans. Stir. Cook on low 4-6 hours or on high 2-4 hours. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, remove the chicken and shred. Return to crockpot with crumbled bacon. Spoon chili into bowl and garnish with tortilla chips, cheese and drizzle with ranch dressing.

By: What's Cooking in the 'Burbs

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Buffalo Chicken Dip

I made this awesome dip for a holiday open house. It is so good! Tastes like buffalo wings without the mess. Delicious served with corn tortilla chips. It is super simple to put together too.

Ingredients:
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup hot sauce (I use Franks Red Hot Buffalo Wings Sauce)
1 cup ranch or bleu cheese dressing
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 cup shredded cheese

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350*. Combine all ingredients in a 1-quart baking dish and mix well. Bake 20 minutes or until mixture is heated through. Serve with crackers, chips, or veggies.

By: Frank's Red Hot