Baked Ranch Chicken
Baked Ranch Chicken is a delightful weeknight dinner that marries simplicity with flavor, perfect for busy families or special occasions. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a creamy ranch marinade and topped with crispy panko breadcrumbs and melted cheese, creating a dish that’s both satisfying and appealing. In just under an hour, you can serve a meal that pleases everyone at the table. Pair it with fresh salads, rice, or roasted vegetables for a complete, well-rounded meal. This recipe not only delivers on taste but also offers versatility, making it a go-to for any dinner night.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 3 tablespoons ranch seasoning
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Pound chicken breasts to about ¼ inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Mix sour cream and ranch seasoning in a bowl. Coat chicken in this mixture and let marinate for at least an hour.
- Combine remaining ranch seasoning, panko breadcrumbs, cheddar, and parmesan in another bowl.
- Grease a sheet pan with olive oil and coat each marinated chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 108mg
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