Description
A flavorful twist on baked chicken with ranch seasoning, garlic, and cheddar cheese, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or melted butter
- 3 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Rinse and pat dry the chicken pieces using paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil and ranch seasoning; rub this mixture generously over the chicken.
- Place the seasoned chicken in a baking dish and bake for 25–30 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Optional: Add cheddar cheese on top for the last 5 minutes of baking.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
For juicier results, use chicken thighs instead of breasts. Marinating chicken in ranch seasoning enhances the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg