Baked Ranch Chicken

Baked ranch chicken is a simple oven-baked dish made with chicken, ranch seasoning, and pantry staples. It delivers juicy texture, bold flavor, and lightly crispy edges, making it perfect for quick weeknight meals.

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Course: Dinner, Main Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Baked Ranch Chicken

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 25

Total Time: 35

Servings: servings

Calories: 320kcal

Author: Eva Stoner

Cost: 2

Equipment

baking tray
mixing bowl
measuring spoons
tongs
meat thermometer

Ingredients

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter
1 packet dry ranch seasoning mix
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (optional)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
1/2 tsp paprika (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the chicken dry with paper towels to help the seasoning stick.
Place the chicken in a bowl and coat with ranch seasoning and olive oil or melted butter.
Press breadcrumbs and Parmesan onto the chicken if using for a crispy coating.
Arrange chicken on a baking tray and bake for 20–25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs mixed with Parmesan. You can swap butter for olive oil for a lighter version. Use low-sodium ranch seasoning if needed. Let the chicken rest before serving to keep it juicy.

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