Queso Chicken Bacon Ranch Protein Bowls

Ingredients

Protein & Base

    Blender Queso

    Chicken Seasoning

    Optional Ranch Drizzle

Instructions

  1. Cook the Potatoes

  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

  3. Add cubed potatoes and cook until just fork-tender.

  4. Drain well and lightly season with salt.

  5. Air fry at 400°F for 12–18 minutes, shaking halfway, until crispy and golden.

    Set aside.

  6. Cook the Chicken

  7. In a large bowl, toss cubed chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, paprika, ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper.

  8. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  9. Add chicken and diced shallot in a single layer.

  10. Cook 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden and fully cooked (internal temp 165°F).

  11. Remove from heat and chop into bite-sized pieces if needed.

    Do not overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary.

  12. Cook the Bacon

  13. Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy.

  14. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

  15. Chop into small pieces once cooled.

  16. Make the Blender Queso

  17. Add cottage cheese, cream cheese, nacho cheese dip, shredded cheddar, mac & cheese powder, and salsa verde (if using) to a blender.

  18. Blend until completely smooth.

  19. Heat gently in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until thick and creamy.

  20. Make the Ranch Drizzle (Optional)

  21. In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, light mayo, and ranch seasoning.

  22. Stir until smooth and pourable.

Assemble the Bowls

    Divide evenly into 11 containers:

  1. Crispy potatoes

  2. Ranch-seasoned chicken

  3. Queso sauce

  4. Chopped bacon

  5. Optional spinach

  6. Optional ranch drizzle

Store in airtight containers in the fridge up to 4 days. Reheat before serving.

Course🍽️Main Course

Diets🥩Carnivore...

CategoryProtein Bowl

Cuisine🇺🇸American

Occasions🍲Comfort Food📆Everyday

Season🔁Year-round

DifficultyMedium ⏰ 1h

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