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Creamy Ranch Chicken
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Creamy Ranch Chicken

Creamy Ranch Chicken features juicy chicken breasts baked in a luscious, creamy ranch sauce with herbs and cheese. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • 1 packet 1 oz ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or mozzarella
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or chives for garnish optional

Method
 

Preheat Oven:
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Prepare the Chicken:
  1. Place the chicken breasts in a greased baking dish. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
Make the Ranch Sauce:
  1. In a bowl, mix sour cream, ranch seasoning, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
Assemble:
  1. Spread the ranch sauce evenly over each chicken breast. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
Bake:
  1. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F/75°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish & Serve:
  1. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or chives if desired. Serve warm with rice, potatoes, or a fresh salad.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, sear the chicken breasts in a hot skillet for 2 minutes per side before baking.
  • You can swap sour cream for Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
  • Add cooked bacon bits or sautéed mushrooms for a twist.