Description
Baked Ranch Chicken delivers a simple weeknight dinner solution that brings serious flavor to your table. Tender chicken breasts coated in a zesty ranch seasoning blend come together quickly and satisfy hungry family members with minimal kitchen effort.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Breading:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a light coat of olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Whisk 1 egg and 2 tablespoons milk in a shallow bowl, creating a binding liquid for the coating.
- Mix 1 cup breadcrumbs, ½ cup Parmesan cheese, 1 packet ranch seasoning, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, and ½ teaspoon paprika in another bowl.
- Thoroughly dry 4 chicken breasts with paper towels to help the coating adhere perfectly.
- Submerge each chicken breast into the egg mixture, ensuring complete coverage.
- Press the coated chicken into the breadcrumb blend, carefully covering every surface and gently patting the mixture to secure it.
- Arrange the coated chicken on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over the top for a golden crispness.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), with a crispy, golden-brown exterior.
- Allow the chicken to rest 3-4 minutes before serving, which helps retain moisture and makes for a more tender bite.
Notes
- Swap chicken breasts for thighs if preferring more tender meat with richer flavor.
- Pat chicken completely dry before coating to help seasoning adhere better and create crispier exterior.
- For gluten-free version, replace regular breadcrumbs with crushed gluten-free crackers or almond flour.
- Letting chicken rest 5 minutes after baking helps redistribute juices, keeping the meat more tender and moist.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg