Easiest, Juiciest 5-Ingredient Baked Ranch Chicken
Make this simple baked ranch chicken for a flavorful, juicy weeknight dinner. It uses minimal ingredients and requires very little prep time, making it perfect for busy evenings.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Total Time: 35 min
- Yield: 5 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 5 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, dry ranch seasoning mix, Parmesan cheese, and garlic powder. Mix well until you have a smooth, thick coating.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps the coating stick better.
- Place the chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
- Spread the ranch mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast, pressing gently to adhere the coating.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) and the topping is lightly golden brown.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. This keeps the chicken juicy.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can use chicken thighs instead of breasts. Adjust baking time as needed, usually 25-30 minutes for thighs.
- Serve this flavorful baked poultry with roasted potatoes or a fresh salad for a complete family friendly chicken dinner.
- If you prefer a crispier topping, briefly place the dish under the broiler for the last 1-2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 breast
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 23
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 115