Indulgent Dirty Chicken and Bacon Loaded Fries to Satisfy Cravings
Dirty Chicken and Bacon Loaded Fries is an indulgent comfort food dish loaded with crispy fries, juicy chicken, and smoky bacon.
Equipment
- Oven
- skillet
- baking sheet
Ingredients
For the Base
- 16 oz Frozen French Fries Feel free to substitute with homemade fries.
- 1 lb Chicken Breast Can swap with grilled mushrooms for vegetarian option.
- 6 oz Bacon Strips Consider using turkey bacon or tempeh.
For the Seasoning
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika Use more for bolder flavor.
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Pepper
For the Toppings
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Mozzarella or pepper jack are also great alternatives.
- 1 cup Green Onions Chop finely for garnish.
- 1 cup Sour Cream A must-have drizzle on top.
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Prepare Fries: Bake or fry frozen fries until crispy, following package directions.
- Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breast with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Pan-fry it until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Crisp Bacon: Cook bacon strips in a skillet until crispy, drain on paper towels and chop.
- Assemble Loaded Fries: Spread fries on a baking sheet, layer with chicken and bacon, and top with shredded cheese.
- Melt Cheese: Broil in the oven at 400°F (200°C) until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Top with green onions and sour cream. Serve hot.
Notes
Consider portioning the loaded fries into ramekins for easy sharing.