Description
Creamy Ranch Chicken is a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, ranch-flavored sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, offering comfort and flavor in every bite. The creamy sauce, infused with classic ranch seasoning, pairs beautifully with various sides like mashed potatoes or steamed veggies. In just under 30 minutes, you can serve up a meal that will have everyone asking for seconds. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering creamy ranch chicken!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet dry ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear both sides until golden brown (about 4-5 minutes per side).
- In a separate bowl, whisk together heavy cream and ranch dressing mix until smooth. Pour this mixture over the seared chicken.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Allow the chicken to rest for about five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken breast with sauce (170g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 120mg