Description
Baked Ranch Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that brings the family together with its irresistible aroma and crispy exterior. This recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a zesty ranch seasoning mix, creating a perfect blend of savory and tangy flavors. Ideal for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this dish promises to please even the pickiest eaters. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
- In a bowl, mix ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and olive oil until combined. Coat each chicken breast thoroughly in the mixture.
- Place coated chicken in the baking dish and sprinkle extra ranch seasoning on top if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness if preferred.
- While baking, whisk together sour cream or Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to create the dipping sauce.
- Let chicken rest for five minutes before serving, garnished with fresh parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg