Bacon and Chicken Soup with Ranch-Style Dressing

A hearty soup featuring smoky bacon, tender chicken, and a tangy ranch dressing finish, perfect for cool evenings.

Cuisine: American

Category: Soups

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 6 slices bacon
• 1.5 pounds chicken thighs
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 cup ranch dressing
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives

Instructions

1. Step 1: Cook 6 slices bacon in a large pot over medium heat until crisp, about 5 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon, leaving 2 tablespoons bacon fat in the pot.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes, to the pot and cook for 4 minutes until browned on all sides.
3. Step 3: Add 1 medium chopped yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves to the pot. Sauté for 3 minutes until onions are soft and fragrant.
4. Step 4: Pour in 4 cups chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes until chicken is tender.
5. Step 5: Stir in 1/2 cup ranch dressing, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives. Cook for 2 minutes until heated through. Crumble 6 slices cooked bacon and sprinkle over each serving.