Description
Savor the ultimate comfort with ranch chicken, a mouthwatering dish that brings zesty Southern flavors to your dinner table. Crispy on the outside, juicy inside, this simple recipe promises deliciousness you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 6 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
Breading and Cheese:
- 2 cups Plain Panko Bread Crumbs
- 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- 1/2 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 3 Tablespoons Ranch Seasoning Mix
- 2 Large Eggs
- 2 teaspoons Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the culinary workspace by heating the oven to 425°F and lightly greasing a baking dish with olive oil to prevent adherence and promote crispiness.
- Transform chicken breasts into uniform thickness by gently pounding between plastic wrap sheets until approximately ¼ inch thin, ensuring consistent cooking and enhanced tenderness.
- Create two distinct coating stations: one bowl with whisked eggs and another mixing panko breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning, salt, pepper, cheddar, and Parmesan cheese to develop a complex flavor profile.
- Execute the coating process by thoroughly drenching each chicken piece in egg mixture, then meticulously pressing breadcrumb blend onto both surfaces, guaranteeing complete coverage.
- Strategically position coated chicken breasts in prepared baking dish, maintaining slight separation to facilitate even heat distribution and optimal browning.
- Roast in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, monitoring until chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature and achieves a golden, crispy exterior that signals perfect doneness.
- Allow chicken to rest for 10 minutes post-baking, enabling internal juices to redistribute and preserve maximum moisture and succulence before serving.
Notes
- Use chicken breasts of similar size to ensure even cooking and prevent some pieces from drying out while others remain undercooked.
- Swap ranch seasoning with low-sodium alternatives for those watching salt intake, maintaining the same flavor profile.
- Pat chicken dry before coating to help breadcrumbs adhere better and create a crispier exterior that stays crunchy longer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg