Cheddar Ranch Chicken Bake (Printer View)

Tender chicken breasts baked with creamy ranch and sharp cheddar cheese.

# What you'll need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (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 small bowl, whisk together ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper.
04 - Spread the ranch mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
05 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese uniformly over the coated chicken.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and cheese is golden and bubbly.
07 - Optionally garnish with chopped chives or parsley before serving warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple and easy preparation makes it ideal for busy schedules
  • Creamy ranch and sharp cheddar create a delicious combination
02 -
  • Using gluten-free ranch dressing makes this dish suitable for gluten-free diets
  • Ranch dressing and cheese may contain allergens such as dairy or eggs—check product labels
03 -
  • Use freshly grated cheddar for best melting and flavor
  • Pound chicken breasts to even thickness for uniform cooking
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