Description
Savor the juiciness of Baked Ranch Chicken, a simple yet flavorful meal with herbs and garlic that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds (900g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 1 packet (1 oz/28g) dry ranch seasoning mix
- ½ cup (60g) panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon (5g) garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon (3g) paprika
- ¼ teaspoon (1g) black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon (1g) salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place chicken breasts between plastic wrap and pound to an even ¾-inch thickness. Pat dry with paper towels.
- In a shallow bowl, combine ranch seasoning, panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour olive oil in a separate shallow bowl. Dip each chicken breast in oil, then press into breadcrumb mixture, ensuring even coverage.
- Place coated chicken in prepared baking dish, ensuring pieces don’t overlap.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy, and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.