Ranch Crack Chicken Stuffed Naan (Printable Version)

Crispy grilled naan stuffed with ranch-seasoned chicken, cheddar, and bacon bits

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken Filling

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
02 - 3 tablespoons ranch dressing
03 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 cup cooked bacon bits (approximately 6 slices)

→ Cheese

07 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

→ Naan

08 - 4 large garlic naan breads

→ For Grilling

09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened

# Cooking Steps:

01 - In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, ranch dressing, garlic powder, black pepper, smoked paprika, and bacon bits. Mix until well coated.
02 - Lay out the naan breads. On one half of each naan, evenly spread the chicken mixture. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
03 - Fold the naan over to create a half-moon shape, pressing gently to seal.
04 - Brush the outside of each stuffed naan with softened butter.
05 - Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook each stuffed naan 2 to 3 minutes per side, pressing gently, until golden and the cheese is melted.
06 - Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then cut into wedges. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You get that crispy-on-the-outside, melty-on-the-inside texture that makes people keep reaching for more.
  • It's ready in under an hour, perfect for when you're tired but want to impress someone.
  • Leftovers reheat beautifully, so meal prep actually works here.
02 -
  • Medium heat is your friend here; too high and the outside burns before the cheese inside melts, which I learned the hard way on my first try.
  • Softened butter spreads so much better than cold butter, and it crisps the naan evenly rather than leaving greasy patches.
03 -
  • If your naan is thick, you can butterfly it slightly to create more surface area for filling, which also helps it cook more evenly.
  • Pressing gently with your spatula while grilling helps the cheese melt faster and the naan crisp up without falling apart.
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