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High Protein Chicken Bacon Ranch Snack Cups - Easy, Satisfying, and Perfect for Meal Prep

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups finely chopped cooked chicken breast (rotisserie or leftover works great)
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
  • 3/4 cup plain 2% Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup light mayonnaise (for richness and balance)
  • 2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup finely shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped scallions (green onions)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Pinch of salt, to taste (ranch mix is salty, so taste first)
  • 8–10 whole-wheat or low-carb mini tortillas, cut into rounds to fit a muffin tin Alternatively: 8–10 wonton wrappers for extra-crisp cups
  • Olive oil spray

Method
 

  1. Prep the tin: Heat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil spray.
  2. Make the cups: Press a tortilla round (or a wonton wrapper) into each muffin cup. If using tortillas, you may need to snip small slits around the edges so they mold neatly. Lightly mist the tops with oil.
  3. Par-bake: Bake the shells for 7–8 minutes until lightly crisp but not browned. This keeps them from getting soggy later.
  4. Mix the filling: In a bowl, stir together Greek yogurt, light mayo, ranch seasoning, lemon juice (if using), pepper, and a small pinch of salt. Fold in chopped chicken, bacon, cheddar, and scallions until evenly coated.
  5. Fill the cups: Spoon the chicken bacon ranch mixture into each shell, mounding slightly. You should get 8–10 cups depending on size.
  6. Bake to set: Return to the oven for 8–10 minutes, until the cups are crisp on the edges and the filling is warmed through. The cheese should be melted.
  7. Finish and serve: Let cool for 5 minutes to set. Top with extra scallions or a tiny drizzle of ranch if you like. Serve warm or at room temp.