Ingredients
– 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 cup ranch dressing
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1 teaspoon onion powder
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon salt
– Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Ranch Chicken is both easy and quick. Follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Prepare Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Heat Oil: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
4. Sear Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken breasts to the skillet. Sear for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
5. Add Ranch Dressing: Pour the ranch dressing over the chicken, evenly coating each piece.
6. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chicken.
7. Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
8. Garnish: Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
9. Serve: Cut the chicken into slices for serving.
These steps will guide you in preparing a delightful Ranch Chicken dish in no time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 33g
- Protein: 31g