YIELDS: 4 SERVINGS                        PREP TIME: 10 MINS                      TOTAL TIME: 35 MINS

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INGREDIENTS

·        4 slices thick-cut bacon

·        4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 3/4 lbs.)

·        Kosher salt

·        Freshly ground black pepper

·        2 tsp. ranch seasoning

·        1 1/2 c. shredded mozzarella 

·        Chopped chives, for garnish

 DIRECTIONS

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook bacon, flipping once, until crispy, about 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel–lined plate. Drain all but 2 tablespoons of bacon fat from the skillet.
2. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Return skillet to medium-high heat, add chicken and cook until golden and just cooked through, about 6 minutes per side. 
3. Reduce heat to medium and sprinkle chicken with ranch seasoning and top with mozzarella. Cover the skillet and cook, until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5 minutes. 
4. Crumble and sprinkle bacon and chives on top before serving.

Source: delish.com