Irresistible Chicken Bacon Ranch Pull Apart Rolls: A Deliciously Easy Recipe

Ingredients

Dough

• 3 cups all‑purpose flour
• 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
• 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 Tbsp granulated sugar
• ½ tsp salt

Chicken & Bacon Filling

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 6 slices thick‑cut bacon, cooked & crumbled
• ½ cup ranch dressing (store‑bought or homemade)
• ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
• ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder

Seasonings & Finishing

• ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
• 2 Tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
• Extra melted butter for brushing

Instructions

Cooking the Chicken & Bacon Filling

1. Sauté aromatics. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil, then stir in 1 tsp garlic powder and ½ tsp onion powder. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
2. Add chicken and bacon. Toss in the 2 cups shredded chicken and 6 crumbled bacon slices. Stir to combine, letting the mixture heat through for 2‑3 minutes.
3. Incorporate ranch and cheese. Reduce heat to low, then fold in ½ cup ranch dressing, ¼ cup shredded cheddar, and ¼ cup shredded mozzarella. Stir until the cheese melts and the mixture becomes glossy.
4. Season. Sprinkle ¼ tsp black pepper and, if desired, 2 Tbsp chopped chives. Taste and adjust salt if needed. Remove from heat and set aside.