Cheddar Ranch Chicken Bake (Printable)

Juicy chicken baked with creamy ranch dressing and melted sharp cheddar cheese for a flavorful dinner.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 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)

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Place chicken breasts evenly in the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a bowl, whisk ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
04 - Spread the ranch mixture uniformly over the chicken breasts.
05 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly 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 melted and golden.
07 - Optionally garnish with chopped chives or parsley. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in under an hour
  • Perfect for busy nights
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add cooked, crumbled bacon on top before baking
  • Use certified gluten-free ranch dressing for a gluten-free meal
03 -
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version
  • Let the casserole rest a few minutes before serving for cleaner slices
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