Cheesy Bacon Ranch Chicken

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4 slices thick-cut bacon

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 ¾ lbs.)

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

2 tsp. ranch seasoning

1 ½ c. shredded mozzarella

Chopped chives, for garnish

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.
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.
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.
Crumble and sprinkle bacon and chives on top before serving.