When you’re in the mood for something different for a grab-n-go for lunch or planning tasty game day eats these Chicken Bacon Ranch Pull Apart Rolls will fit the bill. Buttery rolls stuffed with chicken, bacon and cheese are drizzled with Ranch dressing then baked until they’re warm and gooey. They’re so very tasty and easy to prepare that they’re sure to become a family favorite.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pull Apart Rolls
I love having sons, they’re easy to please when it comes to meal planning. I learned rather quickly that whatever I plan to make there should be plenty of it. I’m delighted that they love leftovers and I never hear a complaint from them when we have a repeat dinner. I often try to reinvent leftovers a bit but, at times it’s an encore presentation of the original. That’s how these Chicken Bacon Ranch Pull Apart Rolls came to be using leftover roasted chicken. They enjoyed it so much that I began picking up deli chicken to make them as a grab-and-go meal. It worked like a charm and has now become one of our faves.
Tips And Tricks
Since these gooey rolls are designed to be pulled apart, it’s important to use crumbled bacon in place of whole pieces so they can be pulled apart more easily. Also, feel free to use light butter, low fat cheese and light salad dressing I’ve found they work beautifully, too. These rolls can be assembled in advance, covered and chilled then baked off when you’re ready to eat. You can serve them with a side of fresh vegetables and extra Ranch dressing for dipping to round out a scrumptious handheld meal. Other chicken and ranch combos you might like are these BLT Ranch Chicken Wraps for a quick lunch or take Taco Tuesday up a notch with these Chicken Ranch Tacos.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pull Apart Rolls
Ingredients
- 1 15-oz packaged 12-count potato rolls (i.e. Martin's)
- 1 lb thinly sliced deli chicken
- 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 12 slices colby jack cheese
- 1/3 cup prepared Ranch salad dressing
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 Tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 1 tsp garlic salt
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 2 Tbsp grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Using a serrated knife cut through the middle of the potato rolls. Place the bottoms side by side on the pan. Set the tops aside.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt together the softened butter, chives, garlic salt and onion powder.
- Brush the bottoms of the sliced rolls with about 1/3 of the seasoned butter.
- Layer 1/2 of the cheese on the bottom, then arrange the chicken and bacon crumbles over the cheese. Break cheese slices if needed to fit.
- Drizzle with Ranch dressing. Top with the final layer of cheese.
- Brush liberally with butter mixture. Place the tops on the cheese.
- Brush the remaining seasoned butter on top and sides. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Cover loosely with foil. Bake covered for 20 minutes then uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the tops are lightly golden.
- Cut apart and serve immediately with additional Ranch dressing, if desired.
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Paul says
Simple yet well prepared and fulfilling. Definitely a winner. And can be substituted or additions made alike.
Cawkee Causey says
Love your recipes!
Melissa says
Thanks so much!
TJ says
Great recipe, family loved them. Thank you
Melissa says
Thanks so much!
Stephanie says
Made this last night. SO EASY, FAST and DELICIOUS! Will definitely be making these again in the near future! Thanks!
Melissa says
Thanks so much!
Andrea says
Are these freezer friendly?
Melissa says
Yes, you can freeze them, sure.
Alex says
Can you substitute regular buns for potato rolls?
Melissa says
Sure, or Hawaiian rolls, your favorite.
Jennifer says
Can these be prepared a night in advance and baked the next day?
Melissa says
Sure, no problem. Just wait and brush the exterior with butter just before baking.
Scott says
Love these. I’ve always made these with sliced ham and sprinkling with poppy seeds. Never thought about using chicken or another meat, but awsome idea. Thanks!
Rook says
Delicious!! An excellent one for dinner or parties. They save well as leftovers too, so snacks for days! My only tip is that you double the amounts of basically everything except the chicken and the rolls (unless you want to of course), especially for the sauce.
Tammy says
These were so good.🥰 My son would eat these everyday.Very easy to make too.
Melissa says
Thanks Tammy, mine would, too. ☺
Ashley says
Quick, easy and delicious!
Caelan says
Would Rotisserie Chicken work instead of deli sliced chicken? Would the taste be different
Melissa says
Sure, any cooked chicken will work, no problem.
Jennifer says
Delicious and easy!!! Everyone loves!!!
Jennifer Colon says
I’ve made these twice using Hawaiin rolls, once with Sliced cheddar and once and shredded Colby jack…and both were amazing. Throw in salad and air fried sweet potato fries; one of my nephews favorite meals.
Melissa says
Happy you enjoyed these, thanks!
Ericka says
This recipe was a big hit with my family. I used Hawaiian rolls and turkey because that’s what I had. My family has already requested this recipe again.
Melissa says
Wonderful, thanks so much!
Stephanie Kelley says
do you use the pre-packaged slided chicken or do you get it the deli to slice it for you?
Melissa says
I used thinly sliced deli chicken for this recipe as I don’t care for pre-packaged. That being said, from time to time, I’ve used rotisserie chicken (I love those Costco chickens!) and left-over grilled or roasted chicken thinly sliced. If you have packaged chicken on hand go for it, it’s delicious any way you go.
Rebecca says
I use shredded chicken breast. I always have it in the freezer.