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Delicious Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaf

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This tasty loaf mixes crispy beef bacon, juicy chicken, and a creamy ranch filling tucked inside hollowed-out Italian bread. The filling gets extra flavor from chive and onion cream cheese, plus garlic salt and onion powder. Colby-Jack cheese melts inside to make it nice and gooey. After putting it all together and sealing the bread, it’s brushed with butter and baked till the outside is crisp and golden. Great for sharing as a main or starter, this dish packs bold and comfy flavors in every bite.

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Created By Sasha
Last updated on Fri, 08 Aug 2025 20:46:35 GMT
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This stuffed Italian loaf loaded with chicken, bacon, ranch, and melty cheese is a total hit at parties. It’s got tender chicken, crispy bacon, creamy ranch, and gooey cheese all wrapped inside a crunchy bread, perfect for sharing or serving up as a main.

I whipped this up for a game night with friends and it vanished fast. Now I use it whenever I want an easy dish that wows.

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I love using Colby-Jack here because it melts just right without taking over the flavors. Once I took this on a picnic on a busy weekend and everyone kept talking about how easy yet tasty it was outside.

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Common Recipe Questions

→ Which bread is best for this?

A firm Italian loaf works best because it holds the filling without getting soggy and crisps up nicely while baking.

→ Can I swap the beef bacon for something else?

Yeah, turkey bacon or pancetta both work well and give a slightly different flavor but similar saltiness and texture.

→ How do I make the filling hotter?

Try mixing in red pepper flakes or a little hot sauce with the cream cheese for a nice spicy boost that won’t take over the other flavors.

→ Do I need to soften the cream cheese first?

Soft cream cheese blends better with ranch and spices, making the filling smooth and creamy all the way through.

→ Is wrapping the bread in foil necessary when baking?

Wrapping keeps the heat even and the filling moist. Take off the foil near the end so the crust gets nice and crunchy.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Loaf

Cozy loaf filled with chicken, bacon, ranch sauce, and melted cheese great for sharing.

Preparation Time
20 Minutes
Cooking Time
35 Minutes
Overall Time
55 Minutes
Created By: Sasha

Recipe Type: Main Dishes

Skill Level: Simple

Regional Style: American

Output: 9 Number of Servings (One stuffed loaf serving 8 to 10 slices)

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What You'll Need

→ Bread

01 One 16-inch Italian loaf

→ Filling

02 Softened 227 g cream cheese with chives and onion
03 240 ml Ranch dressing from a bottle
04 1.5 tsp garlic salt
05 1 tsp onion powder
06 375 g rotisserie chicken, chopped roughly
07 6 cooked beef bacon slices, crumbled
08 3 green onions, chopped fine
09 225 g Colby-Jack cheese shredded, split
10 15 ml butter melted

Steps to Follow

Step 01

Heat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet.

Step 02

In a bowl, blend cream cheese, Ranch, garlic salt, and onion powder until smooth.

Step 03

Hand mix in chicken, bacon bits, green onions, and 75 g cheese until combined well.

Step 04

Slice loaf sideways and scoop out the inside from both halves to make room.

Step 05

Layer 75 g shredded cheese on bottom half, spread the filling over it, then top with the other 75 g cheese.

Step 06

Put top loaf piece on, press down gently, brush outside with melted butter, then wrap tightly in foil.

Step 07

Put wrapped loaf on baking sheet, bake 30–40 minutes until hot and cheese is melty. Open foil last 5 minutes to crisp the crust.

Step 08

Let stuffed loaf sit 5 minutes before slicing. Serve while warm.

Additional Tips

  1. Cream cheese should be soft for easy mixing. Change Ranch amount to get the thickness you like.
  2. Add red pepper flakes if you want some spicy kick.

Essential Tools

  • Mixing bowl medium size
  • Baking tray
  • Foil made of aluminum

Allergen Information

Always verify ingredient labels for allergens and consult with a healthcare expert if unsure.
  • Has dairy and gluten

Nutrition Info (Per Serving)

These details are best used as an estimate and shouldn't replace professional health advice.
  • Calories: 550
  • Fat Content: 30 g
  • Carbohydrates: 40 g
  • Protein: 30 g