Description
This Baked Ranch Chicken is a simple yet flavorful dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Juicy chicken breasts are coated in a crispy ranch seasoning and breadcrumb mixture, then baked to golden perfection. Serve it with your favorite sides for a meal that’s both easy and delicious!
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5–2 pounds / 680–900g)
- 1 cup (120g) panko breadcrumbs
- 1 packet (1 oz / 28g) ranch seasoning mix (or 3 tablespoons homemade ranch seasoning)
- ½ cup (60g) grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk (or substitute with regular milk mixed with 1 teaspoon lemon juice)
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil or melted butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with non-stick spray or a thin layer of olive oil.
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Prepare the Coating: In a shallow bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning mix, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix well to ensure the ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Dip the Chicken: Pour the buttermilk into a separate shallow bowl. Dip each chicken breast into the buttermilk, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then, press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture, turning to coat both sides evenly. Place the coated chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
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Add a Crispy Finish: Drizzle the olive oil or melted butter over the top of the chicken breasts. This will help them brown and crisp up in the oven.
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Bake to Perfection: Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
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Garnish and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired, then serve warm with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, steamed vegetables, or a fresh salad.
Notes
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Buttermilk Substitute: If you don’t have buttermilk, mix ½ cup of regular milk with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice or vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
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Ranch Seasoning: Use store-bought ranch seasoning or make your own by combining dried herbs like dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt.
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Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Baked Ranch Chicken, Easy Chicken Dinner, Ranch Seasoned Chicken, Crispy Baked Chicken, Weeknight Dinner