Baked Ranch Chicken Recipe
This Baked Ranch Chicken recipe features juicy, tender chicken breasts coated in a flavorful mixture of ranch dressing mix, breadcrumbs, and parmesan cheese, then baked to golden perfection. It's an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Coating Mixture
- 1 ounce ranch dressing mix
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ½ cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
Chicken
- 4 chicken breasts, skinless and boneless
- ½ cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent the chicken from sticking.
- Prepare the dredging mixture: In a shallow plate, combine the ranch dressing mix, breadcrumbs, and freshly grated parmesan cheese to create a well-blended coating mixture. In a separate shallow plate, pour the mayonnaise.
- Coat the chicken: Take each chicken breast and first dip it into the mayonnaise, coating both sides evenly. Then dredge the chicken breasts through the breadcrumb mixture, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated on all sides. Place the coated chicken breasts into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the chicken: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 40 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) when checked with a meat thermometer in the thickest part of the chicken. This guarantees the chicken is fully cooked and safe to eat while remaining juicy.
Notes
- Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for best flavor and coating texture.
- Ensure chicken breasts are of uniform thickness for even cooking; you can pound them slightly if needed.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to avoid undercooking or overcooking.
- Mayonnaise helps the coating stick better and keeps the chicken moist.
- Serving suggestion: Pair this dish with a fresh green salad or steamed vegetables for a balanced meal.
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