Ranched Up Chicken Bacon Parmesan Cups with Fresh Chives Rsc
Elevate your snack and appetizer game with these irresistible Ranched Up Chicken Bacon Parmesan Cups with Fresh Chives! Perfectly crispy bacon acts as a savory shell, filled with a creamy, flavorful mix of shredded chicken, tangy cream cheese, Parmesan, and ranch seasoning, all seasoned with garlic powder and a hint of spice from optional hot sauce. These two-bite wonders are finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives for a pop of color and herbaceous flair. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for parties, game days, or anytime you’re craving indulgent, protein-packed bites. Serve warm for ultimate deliciousness! Keywords: chicken bacon parmesan cups, ranch seasoning appetizers, bacon cup recipes, easy entertaining snacks, savory party bites.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Bacon strips
- 2 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon Ranch seasoning mix
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Optional: hot sauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Take a standard muffin tin and invert it so the cups are facing downwards. Spray the back side lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
Wrap one slice of bacon around the outside of each muffin cup to form a 'cup' shape. If needed, use half a second strip to cover any gaps.
Place the inverted muffin tin on a baking sheet to catch drippings, then transfer to the oven and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy.
Remove the bacon cups from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes. Carefully remove the bacon cups from the inverted tin and set them aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, softened cream cheese, ranch seasoning mix, Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and optional hot sauce. Mix until fully incorporated.
Spoon the chicken mixture into the bacon cups, dividing it evenly among them.
Place the filled bacon cups on a baking sheet or in a clean muffin tin. Put them in the oven for 3-5 minutes to warm through and slightly melt the cheese mixture.
Remove from the oven and garnish each cup with a sprinkle of freshly chopped chives.
Serve warm as an appetizer or snack and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1993 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 112.5 g | 144% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.3 g | 256% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 697 mg | 232% | |
| Sodium | 5114 mg | 222% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.1 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.5 g | ||
| Protein | 213.0 g | 426% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 864 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1963 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
