Cheddar Ranch Chicken Bake (Print View)

Juicy chicken breasts baked with creamy ranch and sharp cheddar for a comforting main dish.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (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 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 bowl, combine ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper, mixing until smooth.
04 - Spread the ranch mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
05 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese uniformly over the coated chicken.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
07 - Optionally garnish with chopped chives or parsley. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare for busy nights
  • Crowd-pleasing flavors with minimal cleanup
02 -
  • This dish is gluten-free if you use certified gluten-free ranch dressing
  • Contains dairy and may contain eggs depending on ranch dressing used
03 -
  • Double the recipe for meal prep or larger gatherings
  • Let the casserole rest 5 minutes before serving for extra juiciness
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