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Place rack in center of oven and preheat oven to 400 F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with foil and set a baking rack on top.
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Lay the strips of bacon flat on top of the rack, then bake until crisp, about 12-15 minutes, depending upon the thickness of your bacon.
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Remove pan from oven.
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Set bacon strips between two paper towels atop a dinner plate and pat dry.
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When cool enough to handle, chop and set aside.
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Increase oven temperature to 425 F.
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Meanwhile, peel and cut the potatoes into 1/4 inch thick matchsticks.
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Place them in a large bowl, then toss with the olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, salt, and cayenne.
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Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray, then spread the fries onto the sheet in a single layer.
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Bake 15 minutes, flip with a spatula, then bake an additional 10-15 minutes, until lightly crisp.
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While the fries are baking, heat the ranch dip in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, just until warm.
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Toss with the chicken to coat it.
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Remove fries from oven and top with the chicken, cheddar, mozzarella, and bacon.
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Return to the oven until the cheese melts, 3-5 minutes.
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Remove from oven and top with chives.
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Serve immediately.
