Ranch Crack Chicken Stuffed Naan (Print Version)

Soft naan filled with creamy ranch chicken, cheddar, and bacon, grilled until golden and crispy.

# What You'll Need:

→ Ranch Crack Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 1/3 cup ranch dressing
03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Filling

07 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
08 - 6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, optional

→ Assembly

10 - 4 large garlic naan
11 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
12 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
13 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ranch dressing, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, and black pepper. Mix until evenly coated throughout.
02 - Lay out the naan breads. In a small bowl, mix the melted butter with minced garlic and salt. Brush one side of each naan with the garlic butter mixture.
03 - On the unbuttered side of two naan, evenly spread the ranch chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and chives if desired.
04 - Top each filled naan with the remaining naan, buttered side out, to create two large stuffed sandwiches.
05 - Heat a large nonstick skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Place one stuffed naan in the pan and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden brown and cheese is melted. Repeat with the second stuffed naan.
06 - Let cool slightly, then cut each sandwich into wedges. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes only 35 minutes from start to finish.
  • The garlic butter crust provides a restaurant-quality crunch.
  • It is the perfect way to use up leftover chicken.
  • The combination of ranch, bacon, and cheddar is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
02 -
  • Ensure the skillet is at medium heat; too high will burn the garlic before the cheese melts.
  • Press down gently with a spatula while grilling to ensure the chicken and cheese fuse together perfectly.
  • Let the naan rest for a minute before slicing to keep the filling from sliding out.
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