Cheddar Ranch Chicken Bake (Print)

Juicy chicken breasts combined with creamy ranch and melted cheddar for a golden baked dish.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)

→ Ranch Mixture

02 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
03 - 1/4 cup sour cream
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Topping

07 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Place the chicken breasts evenly in the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
04 - Spread the ranch mixture evenly over each chicken breast, ensuring full coverage.
05 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the coated chicken.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and cheese is bubbly and golden.
07 - Optional: garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Full of cheesy, ranch-packed flavor
  • Simple preparation makes it ideal for busy nights
02 -
  • Always check ranch dressing labels for gluten if needed
  • Let dish rest a few minutes before serving for juicy results
03 -
  • Add crumbled cooked bacon before baking for extra flavor
  • Swap Greek yogurt for sour cream to lighten the dish
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