Cheddar Ranch Chicken Bake (Printable)

Juicy chicken breasts with creamy ranch and cheddar cheese baked until golden and flavorful.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 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)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Place the chicken breasts evenly in the prepared baking dish.
03 - Combine ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a small bowl until smooth.
04 - Evenly spread the ranch mixture 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 the cheese is melted and golden.
07 - Optionally garnish with chopped chives or parsley. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare
  • Packed with creamy cheesy flavor
02 -
  • Can be made gluten-free if using certified gluten-free ranch dressing.
  • Contains dairy and possibly eggs depending on the ranch dressing; check ingredient labels if needed.
03 -
  • Add cooked crumbled bacon for extra flavor.
  • Leftovers reheat well for next-day lunches.
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