Best 6 Easy Cheesy Ranch Chicken Recipes
Welcome to the delectable world of "Easy Cheesy Ranch Chicken"! This tantalizing dish combines the irresistible flavors of cheesy ranch and succulent chicken, creating a culinary masterpiece that will delight your taste buds. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where creamy ranch sauce and tender chicken come together in perfect harmony. With just a few simple ingredients and quick, easy steps, you'll be savoring this mouthwatering dish in no time. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's dive into the cheesy, ranch-infused goodness of this extraordinary recipe!
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
BAKED CHEESY BACON RANCH CHICKEN RECIPE
This EASY baked ranch chicken recipe needs just 4 ingredients + 10 minutes prep! The whole family will love this cheesy bacon ranch chicken breast.
Provided by Maya Krampf
Categories Main Course
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (204 degrees C).
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Place the chicken into a stoneware baking dish, so that the pieces are just barely touching, but not crowded. Spread 1 tablespoon ranch dressing over each chicken breast. Top each with 2 slices of fresh mozzarella.
- Cover the baking dish with foil, so that the foil is not touching the cheese. Bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the foil. Sprinkle chopped bacon on top of the chicken. Bake, uncovered, for 10-15 more minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of ranch over the chicken.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 kcal, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Protein 67.8 g, Fat 35.6 g, SaturatedFat 8.9 g, Cholesterol 56.6 mg, Sodium 852.3 mg, Fiber 0.1 g, Sugar 0.7 g, ServingSize 1 serving
EASY CHEESY RANCH CHICKEN
Provided by Six Sisters Stuff
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Cover cookie sheet with aluminum foil.
- Poor ranch dressing into a medium sized bowl, and set aside.
- In a separate bowl, combine Parmesan cheese, Cheddar cheese, and the packet of ranch dressing mix.
- Mix until well combined.
- Dip thawed chicken breasts into the bowl of ranch and place on the covered cookie sheet.
- Sprinkle the top of the chicken breast with the cheese and ranch seasoning mixture, until you can't see the chicken breast.
- Place the ranch and cheese covered chicken breasts into the oven and bake for 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked all the way through.
- Sprinkle with extra Cheddar and Parmesan cheese when it is freshly out of the oven (our family really likes cheese)
CHEESY RANCH CHICKEN RECIPE
Provided by Jennifer
Time 40m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 9X13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Place chicken breasts in a single layer on the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a medium bowl, mix mayo, garlic, shredded cheese and ranch seasoning together.
- Spread mayo mixture on top of each chicken breast.
- Place uncovered into the oven and cook for 30 minutes or until completely cooked through and golden brown on top.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 547 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 130 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 39 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 40 grams protein, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1171 grams sodium, Sugar 2 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 26 grams unsaturated fat
EASY BAKED CRACK CHICKEN RECIPE
Creamy, cheesy, chicken with bacon and ranch makes for the best dinner recipe ever. This easy baked crack chicken recipe is so simple to make and extremely tasty!
Provided by Camille Beckstrand
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Spray bottom of 9x13" baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Pound chicken breasts until they about about 1/4" thick (you want them to all be the same thickness so that they finish cooking at the same time).
- Place chicken in a single layer in the baking pan and season with salt and pepper (sometimes I also season the chicken with a little bit of onion powder and garlic powder as well).
- In a medium bowl, mix together the cream cheese, half of the shredded cheddar cheese, half of the bacon crumbles, and the dry Ranch dressing mix.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over all the chicken breasts in the pan.
- Top the chicken with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
- Cook in oven for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165 degrees).
- Remove chicken from oven and top with remaining bacon crumbles and green onion.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 424 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 29 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 138 mg, Sodium 865 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHEESY RANCH CHICKEN PASTA
An Instant Pot® meal full of flavor! Sauce will thicken as it sets.
Provided by Princess Under Pressure
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Time 1h10m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts in a multi-functional electric pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and add 2 cups chicken broth, cream of chicken soup, milk, butter, ranch dressing mix, and onion powder. Close and lock the lid. Select the Poultry setting according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
- Transfer chicken to a cutting board using a slotted spoon. Shred chicken and return to the pot. Add rotini, remaining chicken broth, and bacon. Close and lock the lid. Select the high pressure setting according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
- Stir in shredded mild Cheddar cheese and cheese sauce until well combined.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.1 calories, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 82.8 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 28.7 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 1587.9 mg, Sugar 5.4 g
CHEESY CHICKEN BACON RANCH CASSEROLE #RSC
Ready, Set, Cook! Hidden Valley Ranch Contest Entry! The classic chicken, bacon, and ranch flavors combined with macaroni and cauliflower to make a quick and easy casserole the whole family will enjoy, and a great way to sneak in veggies for the kids!
Provided by barefootnblessd
Categories Macaroni And Cheese
Time 40m
Yield 1 cup, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine milk, greek yogurt, and hidden valley ranch seasoning and salt and pepper until smooth.
- Stir in diced chicken, noodles, cheese and cauliflower.
- Spread evenly in 13x9 baking dish and top with bacon bits and breadcrumbs.
- Bake at 350 for 35 minutes, or until breadcrumbs are golden brown and casserole is bubbly. Serve and enjoy!
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before starting, measure and prep all ingredients so they are ready to use. This will help ensure a smooth cooking process.
- Choose the right chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs work well for this recipe. If using chicken breasts, pound them to an even thickness so they cook evenly.
- Use a flavorful marinade: The marinade not only adds flavor to the chicken but also helps to tenderize it. Be sure to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
- Cook the chicken thoroughly: Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked through before removing it from the heat.
- Make sure the cheese is melted: The cheese should be melted and gooey before serving. If it's not, place the chicken back in the oven or microwave until the cheese is melted.
- Serve immediately: Cheesy ranch chicken is best served immediately after it's made. The chicken will become dry and tough if it sits for too long.
Conclusion:
Cheesy ranch chicken is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's sure to please the whole family. It's made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be ready in under an hour. The chicken is tender and juicy, the cheese is melted and gooey, and the ranch dressing adds a delicious flavor. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
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