Description
Ranch chicken delivers maximum flavor with minimal effort. Seasoned breasts bake up crispy and delicious, making weeknight dinners a breeze.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 chicken breasts
Supporting Dairy:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasonings and Oils:
- 1 packet ranch seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a precise 375°F, creating the perfect environment for your chicken to bake evenly.
- Grab a mixing bowl and blend 1 cup of sour cream with the entire ranch seasoning packet until the mixture looks smooth and creamy.
- Massage each chicken breast with 1 tablespoon olive oil, then sprinkle salt and pepper across all surfaces for enhanced flavor.
- Generously coat your seasoned chicken breasts with the prepared ranch and sour cream mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Shower the ranch-covered chicken with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, allowing it to create a deliciously golden topping.
- Transfer the chicken into a clean baking dish, arranging the pieces so they do not overlap.
- Slide the dish into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 25-30 minutes, checking that your chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
- Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 3-5 minutes before serving, allowing the juices to redistribute and keep your meat tender.
Notes
- The ranch seasoning adds a tangy, herby flavor that transforms ordinary chicken into a delicious dinner.
- Opt for bone-in chicken breasts for extra moisture and richer taste, but adjust cooking time accordingly.
- Check internal chicken temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version that still keeps the chicken incredibly tender and juicy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg