Ranch Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Ranch Chicken recipe, a crowd-pleasing dish that's as easy to make as it is delicious! Juicy, boneless chicken breasts are coated in creamy ranch dressing, then dredged in a flavorful blend of crispy panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and paprika for a mouthwatering, golden crust. Baked to perfection with a drizzle of olive oil, this dish is crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with bold, savory flavors. With just 15 minutes of prep and minimal cleanup required, it's the perfect choice for busy families or a quick meal solution. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve alongside roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a shallow dish, pour the ranch dressing. This will be used to coat the chicken.
In another shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Using a meat mallet, gently pound the chicken breasts to even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick, to ensure even cooking.
Dip each chicken breast into the ranch dressing, coating it completely on both sides.
Press the ranch-coated chicken breast into the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring an even coating. Gently press the breadcrumbs onto the chicken so they adhere well.
Place the coated chicken breasts onto the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle each piece with a small amount of olive oil to help the coating crisp up in the oven.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Optionally, garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve the Ranch Chicken hot with your favorite side dishes, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a simple green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1688 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 100.6 g | 129% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.4 g | 112% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 420 mg | 140% | |
| Sodium | 3460 mg | 150% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 152.1 g | 304% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 598 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 6.8 mg | 38% | |
| Potassium | 1117 mg | 24% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
