Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with Dirty Chicken and Bacon Loaded Fries, a savory delight perfect for any occasion. Crispy fries serve as the foundation for a mouthwatering combination of seasoned chicken, smoky bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or enjoying a cozy night in, this easy-to-make dish will satisfy your cravings and impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups frozen French fries (shoestring or steak fries)
- 1 large chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 6 slices crispy bacon, chopped
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- ¼ cup sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Cook frozen French fries according to package instructions until golden and crispy.
- Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through (5-7 minutes).
- Crisp bacon in another pan until crunchy; drain excess fat and chop.
- On a baking sheet, layer cooked fries, seasoned chicken, chopped bacon, and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
- Broil or bake at 400°F (200°C) until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with green onions and serve hot with optional sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 250g
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg