In medieval Europe, the Catholic Church wielded immense power over the population, primarily through fear. The church used various methods to instill obedience among its followers, one of the most striking being the terrifying imagery found in churches. Sculptures known as "hell mouths" depicted monstrous beasts devouring sinners, sending a clear message: disobedience would lead to eternal damnation. How Bad was Life in Medieval Europe Really? What is hell? Additionally, the concept of purgatory was manipulated to the church's advantage. Parishioners were encouraged to donate money, goods, or even their children to the church to shorten their stay in this intermediate state. This not only enriched the church but also ensured a steady supply of clergy, as children were easier to mold into obedient servants of the church. Another method of control involved the use of weeping or bleeding statues, which were interpreted as divine omens. These miraculous signs were used to maintain an atmosphere of fear and obedience among the superstitious population. The church also capitalized on guilt, selling indulgences that allowed the wealthy to buy forgiveness for sins, even in advance. Read moreSection: AntarcticaEuropeVideosHistoryAncient TraditionsRead Later 

Bacon Cheddar Ranch Chicken Salad is fantastically rich and creamy with lots of crispy pieces of bacon, Ranch dressing, and shredded cheddar cheese. Perfect for using up leftover chicken. How To Serve Bacon Ranch Cheddar Chicken Salad is a chicken salad that will appeal to the finickiest of eaters. I mean, who can resist bacon and cheese? They really kick up the flavor of chicken salad. A cool and creamy chicken salad makes a great summer meal. It can be made into a sandwich or served on top of a salad or inside a fresh summer tomato (my favorite!) for a low carb meal. I also love it spread on Club crackers for an appetizer or as a lettuce wrap. Type Of Chicken To Use I like to use rotisserie chicken but you can use leftover roasted chicken, poached chicken, or even grilled chicken. Chicken salad is a great way to breath new life into leftovers. In a pinch, you can use canned chicken. The creaminess for this Bacon Cheddar Ranch Chicken Salad comes from a combination of mayonnaise and Ranch dressing. I like to use Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing. Variations and Additions Make it spicy by adding a minced jalapeno pepper or a pinch or two of cayenne pepper. Add diced celery for a little crunch. Toasted pecans or almonds make a great addition to this ranch chicken salad. Substitute red onion for the green onion. Use bacon bits instead of cooking and crumbling bacon. Storage Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 days. If the chicken is cooked serveral days before you make the chicken salad, shorten the amount of time you keep leftovers. Food safety is so important. I don’t recommend freezing chicken salad. More Chicken Salad Recipes Jalapeno Popper Chicken Salad Hot Chicken Salad Avocado Sonoma Chicken Salad Chicken Salad with Avocado and Bacon Strawberry Chicken Salad Golden Chicken Salad Greek Chicken Salad Print Bacon Cheddar Ranch Chicken Salad Bacon Cheddar Ranch Chicken Salad is fantastically rich and creamy with lots of crispy pieces of bacon, Ranch dressing, and shredded cheddar cheese. Perfect for using up leftover chicken. Course Main Dish Prep Time 10 minutes minutesTotal Time 10 minutes minutes Servings 6 Calories 370kcal Ingredients3 cups cooked and chopped chicken1/3 cup mayonnaise1/2 cup Ranch dressing I use Hidden Valley1/4 teaspoon black pepper2 green onions sliced1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese5 bacon slices cooked and crumbled InstructionsPlace chicken in a large bowl.Add mayonnaise, Ranch dressing and pepper. Stir to mix well.Add green onions, cheddar cheese, and bacon and gently stir in. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a few hours to let the flavors meld. NotesLeftover chicken salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4 days. NutritionCalories: 370kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 34g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 470mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 211IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 82mg | Iron: 1mgWant to Save This Recipe?Save This Recipe Originally posted June 25, 2018. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. The post Bacon Cheddar Ranch Chicken Salad appeared first on Spicy Southern Kitchen.

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