Description
Dirty Chicken and Bacon Loaded Fries are the ultimate comfort food that brings together crispy fries, juicy seasoned chicken, smoky bacon, and gooey cheddar cheese. Perfect for game days, casual dinners, or any time you crave something indulgent, this dish is a flavor-packed delight that promises to satisfy your taste buds. With its layers of texture and cheesy goodness, it’s no wonder these loaded fries are a crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups frozen French fries (shoestring or steak fries)
- 1 large chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 6 slices crispy bacon (chopped)
- 1½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 stalks green onions (chopped)
- ¼ cup sour cream (optional)
Instructions
- Bake or fry the frozen French fries according to package instructions until golden and crispy.
- Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook in a hot skillet for about 5-7 minutes until cooked through.
- Crisp bacon strips in a separate pan or oven; chop into bite-sized pieces once done.
- Layer cooked fries on a baking sheet, followed by chicken pieces, chopped bacon, and shredded cheese.
- Broil or bake at 400°F for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with green onions and sour cream before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 85mg