Description
Dirty Chicken and Bacon Loaded Fries are your ultimate comfort food indulgence, perfect for any gathering or casual dinner. This mouthwatering dish combines crispy French fries, savory seasoned chicken, crunchy bacon, and gooey melted cheddar cheese. Topped with fresh green onions and optional sour cream, these loaded fries offer a satisfying mix of flavors and textures that will leave everyone wanting more. Whether it’s game day or movie night, this recipe is easy to prepare and sure to please a crowd.
Ingredients
- Frozen French fries (4 cups)
- Chicken breast (1 large)
- Garlic powder (1 tsp)
- Smoked paprika (1 tsp)
- Salt (½ tsp)
- Black pepper (¼ tsp)
- Bacon strips (6 slices)
- Shredded sharp cheddar cheese (1½ cups)
- Green onions (2 stalks)
- Sour cream (¼ cup, optional)
Instructions
- Cook the frozen French fries according to package instructions until crispy.
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. In a skillet, cook over medium heat until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cook bacon until crispy, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- On a baking sheet, layer cooked fries with chicken and bacon. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Broil or bake at 400°F until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with green onions and serve hot with sour cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack/Appetizer
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1120mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg