Description

An irresistible sandwich stacked with crispy bacon, tangy BBQ chicken, creamy ranch, and fresh veggies, perfect for summer barbecues or an easy dinner at home.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pound crispy bacon, chopped (turkey bacon is a great substitute)
1 cup cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
1/2 cup of your favorite BBQ sauce
1/2 cup ranch dressing, store-bought or homemade
6 slices of hearty bread like ciabatta or whole grain
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 large tomato, sliced
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for dairy-free)

Instructions

Cook bacon until crispy using your preferred method (pan or oven), then drain on paper towels.
Mix cooked chicken, BBQ sauce, and chopped bacon in a bowl until evenly coated.
Lightly toast the bread slices to prevent sogginess and add crunch.
Spread ranch dressing generously on each slice of toasted bread.
Layer the BBQ bacon-chicken mix on one slice of bread, then add lettuce, tomato, and cheese.
Top with the second slice, press slightly, cut in half if desired, and serve fresh or wrap for later.

Notes

For extra flavor, try grilling the assembled sandwich briefly. Add pickles or jalapeños if you like a little heat. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days and reheat gently to maintain texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Sandwiches
Method: No-Cook, Pan-Fried
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 sandwich
Calories: 500
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 32g
Saturated Fat: 12g
Unsaturated Fat: 17g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 28g
Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: BBQ sandwich, bacon, ranch, chicken sandwich, easy lunch