Description
A comforting and indulgent chicken dish with creamy ranch sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup cream cheese
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and season the chicken with salt and pepper. Brown on both sides for 3 to 4 minutes until caramelized.
- In a bowl, mix the ranch dressing mix, cream cheese, and chicken broth until smooth.
- Place browned chicken in a baking dish and pour the ranch mixture over the chicken.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Let cream cheese come to room temperature for smooth blending. Use a high-quality ranch packet for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 44g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Chicken, Comfort Food, Easy Dinner, Creamy Ranch