Easy Baked Ranch Chicken
Savor the comforting flavors of Easy Baked Ranch Chicken, featuring juicy chicken breasts enveloped in creamy ranch dressing and baked to golden perfection. Ideal for busy weeknights!
- Author: Jennifer
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly coat a baking dish with non-stick spray.
- In a bowl, combine the ranch dressing mix and olive oil. Generously coat each chicken breast with the mixture.
- Place the coated chicken breasts in the baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- Remove from the oven, sprinkle shredded cheese on top, and return to bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until melted.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, let rest for a few minutes, then serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider swapping ranch seasoning for Italian or taco seasoning. Enhance nutrition by adding veggies like bell peppers or zucchini alongside the chicken before baking.