Baked Ranch Chicken Recipe
This easy and flavorful Baked Ranch Chicken recipe features juicy boneless, skinless chicken breasts topped with a creamy mayonnaise and ranch seasoning mixture, shredded cheddar cheese, and a crispy panko crust. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Topping
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons dry ranch dressing seasoning
- 1/3 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for baking the chicken evenly.
- Prepare Chicken: Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts into a large baking dish in a single layer for even baking.
- Mix Topping: In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, dry ranch dressing seasoning, and shredded cheddar cheese until well blended.
- Apply Topping: Spread the mayonnaise and ranch mixture evenly over the top of each chicken breast, ensuring full coverage for flavor and moisture.
- Add Panko: Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs on top of the coated chicken breasts, then lightly spray the panko with cooking spray to help achieve a crispy golden crust.
- Bake: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center. The crust should be golden and crispy.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of garlic powder or paprika to the ranch mixture.
- Chicken breasts can be butterflied or pounded to even thickness for uniform cooking.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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