Easy Baked Ranch Chicken
Easy Baked Ranch Chicken is a quick and delicious dish that transforms juicy chicken into a flavorful weeknight meal, perfect for busy families craving comfort food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Grease a baking dish with nonstick spray or olive oil.
- In a bowl, combine panko bread crumbs, ranch dressing mix, and Parmesan cheese.
- Drizzle olive oil over chicken breasts, then coat generously with the crumb mixture.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Marinate chicken overnight in ranch dressing for extra flavor. Substitute ranch seasoning with Italian herbs or spicy taco mix for variety. Serve with sides like mashed potatoes, steamed broccoli, or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
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