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Ultra-Easy & Crispy Baked Ranch Chicken for Weeknights

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Welcome to my kitchen! This recipe delivers juicy, flavorful baked ranch chicken with a crispy coating, perfect for a family-approved weeknight dinner in under 30 minutes. It is a simple chicken recipe that tastes anything but ordinary.

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 packet (1 oz) dry ranch seasoning mix
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for extra flavor)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs (for crispiness)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Prepare the coating stations. In one shallow dish, combine the flour and dry ranch seasoning mix. In a second dish, whisk the egg and milk together. In a third dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs and grated Parmesan cheese, if using.
  3. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels. This helps the coating stick and promotes crispiness.
  4. Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour and ranch mixture, shaking off any excess.
  5. Dip the floured chicken into the egg wash, allowing any extra to drip off.
  6. Finally, press the chicken firmly into the panko breadcrumb mixture to coat both sides completely.
  7. Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle or brush the tops lightly with olive oil or melted butter.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy. For extra flavor, you can broil for the last 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
  9. Let the juicy baked chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For a creamy ranch chicken bake variation, mix 1/4 cup of sour cream or Greek yogurt with the egg wash before dipping the chicken.
  • If you want a cheesy chicken bake, sprinkle 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tops of the chicken during the last 5 minutes of baking.
  • This recipe works well with chicken thighs, but adjust the cooking time based on their thickness.

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