Panera Chicken Bacon Rancher
A hot sandwich with grilled chicken, applewood-smoked bacon, aged white cheddar, and farmhouse ranch on Black Pepper Focaccia.
Chicken Bacon Rancher is a rich hot sandwich sold in half and whole portions. A half can be paired through You Pick Two; the whole supplies 52 grams of protein.
What’s on the sandwich
The standard Chicken Bacon Rancher build includes:
- Grilled chicken
- Applewood-smoked bacon
- Aged white cheddar
- Farmhouse ranch
- Black Pepper Focaccia
Price
The exact total depends on size, café, taxes, and ordering channel. Typical price: About $10–$16 for a whole sandwich.
Prices vary by café and are not set nationally. Figures are typical US ranges. Confirm in the Panera app for your location. Official nutrition guides do not list prices.
Nutrition facts: half vs whole
Panera Bread® US Nutrition Guide, effective 9/2/2026, Edition 1.
| Nutrient | Half sandwich | Whole sandwich |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 510 | 1,010 |
| Calories from fat | 230 | 460 |
| Total fat | 26 g | 51 g |
| Saturated fat | 8 g | 16 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g | 1 g |
| Cholesterol | 85 mg | 175 mg |
| Sodium | 1,220 mg | 2,440 mg |
| Total carbohydrates | 44 g | 87 g |
| Dietary fiber | 2 g | 3 g |
| Total sugars | 3 g | 6 g |
| Protein | 26 g | 52 g |
Values describe the standard build and change with customization.
Allergens
Contains wheat, milk, and egg. May contain sesame.
Panera’s allergen guide notes shared equipment and bakery-café preparation, so it cannot guarantee any item is free of allergens. Confirm with your local café if you have a food allergy.
Ordering tips
- Order a half when building a You Pick Two.
- A whole is the larger standalone portion.
- Ranch, extra bacon, or bread changes affect calories and allergens.
- Pair with a lighter cup soup or salad if balancing the rich sandwich.
See the full sandwich menu or compare Toasted Frontega Chicken.
Chicken Bacon Rancher FAQs
Sources & disclaimer
Facts are rewritten for readers of Panera Bread Menus from Panera Bread’s publicly published materials:
- Panera Bread® Nutrition Guide (effective 9/2/2026, Edition 1)
- Panera Bread allergen guide (c8-26)
- Panera Fall 2026 catering menu (product build)
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