Chicken Bacon Ranch Bowl
A satisfying, low-carb bowl featuring golden chicken, crispy bacon, and fresh cherry tomatoes over cauliflower rice. Finished with a drizzle of Greek yogurt ranch for classic flavor without the slump.
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Perimenopause symptoms and relief · Office on Women’s HealthAppetite changes
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Low energy
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Digestive comfort
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Before you start
Your 25-minute game plan
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Equipment
Large skillet · Knife and cutting board
Time saver
Prep the vegetables and measure pantry ingredients earlier in the day to shorten cook time.
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- 1Set out all ingredients before cooking
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
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Next: Chop the bacon into small pieces and…
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Chop the bacon into small pieces and…
Chop the bacon into small pieces and cook in a large skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving about 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat in the skillet.
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Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces
Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Add to the skillet and cook for 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and set aside.
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In the same skillet
In the same skillet, add a drizzle of olive oil if the pan looks dry. Add the cauliflower rice and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until tender. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
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Cut the cherry tomatoes in half while…
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half while the cauliflower rice cooks.
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Divide the warm cauliflower rice between two…
Divide the warm cauliflower rice between two bowls. Top evenly with the cooked chicken, crispy bacon bits, and halved cherry tomatoes.
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Drizzle 2 tablespoons of ranch dressing over…
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of ranch dressing over each bowl just before serving.
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The nutrition underneath
Why this bowl holds together
If using frozen cauliflower rice
If using frozen cauliflower rice, sauté it a few minutes longer over medium-high heat to let the excess moisture evaporate so it doesn't get mushy.
Opting for a high-quality Greek yogurt-based…
Opting for a high-quality Greek yogurt-based ranch gives you the classic flavor you crave with an added boost of gut-friendly probiotics.
This is an excellent meal-prep candidate
This is an excellent meal-prep candidate. Cook the chicken and bacon in advance, and you can assemble a satisfying, high-protein lunch in under 5 minutes during a busy workday.
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