Daaaaaaaaamn, these are so good it’s nuts. And while I’m always up for a cheat, it’s really the homemade ranch that makes these. So resist the urge to grab the store bought stuff, they jst won’t be as good.
Serves about 6 people
Chicken & Rub
1.5 teaspoons each: dried thyme, garlic powder, dried oregano, cayenne, smoked paprika, kosher salt and coarse ground black pepper
Neutral oil
2 chicken breasts
Ranch
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup sour cream
1/3 cup buttermilk
3 tablespoons each chopped fresh parsley, dill & chives
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon each Kosher salt & fresh ground black pepper
Juice of ½ lemon
3/4 pound bacon, cooked and crispy
Approximately 32 ounces cooked and crispy fries
Make the rub: put the thyme, garlic powder, oregano, cayenne, paprika, salt and pepper in a small bowl - mix well
Flatten chicken breasts to an even thickness, brush lightly with oil and season both sides with the mixture - set aside
Make the ranch by combining all ingredients in a medium bowl and mixing well to combine, refrigerate until ready to use
Heat grill or griddle to medium high, and cook chicken until beautifully blackened and cooked to approximately 160, remove and let rest loosely covered with foil - the temp will rise a few more degrees
Serve away: put some fries in a bowl, drizzle with a little ranch, top with some chicken, some bacon and finally a little more ranch