BBQ Ranch Deviled Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)

• 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)

• 2 tablespoons ranch dressing

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

• 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

• 2 tablespoons cooked bacon bits (for garnish)

• Optional: Mini slider buns, tortilla chips, or celery sticks for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken:

   • If you don’t have pre-cooked shredded chicken, boil or bake 2 chicken breasts, then shred them using two forks.

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3. Make the Filling:

   • In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, and smoked paprika.

   • Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated and the mixture is creamy. Adjust the BBQ sauce and ranch to your taste.

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5. Add Cheese:

   • Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese for a cheesy, tangy flavor.

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7. Assemble:

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   • Option 1: Fill mini slider buns with the chicken mixture for a fun appetizer.

   • Option 2: Serve the mixture as a dip with tortilla chips or celery sticks.

   • Option 3: Spoon the mixture into lettuce cups for a lighter option.

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9. Garnish:

   • Sprinkle the top with cooked bacon bits for a smoky, savory crunch.

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11. Serve:

• Serve immediately as an appetizer, snack, or light meal. Pair with extra BBQ sauce or ranch dressing on the side.

• For a spicier version, use a spicy BBQ sauce or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• If you don’t have ranch dressing, substitute with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
• This recipe can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.