Description
Crispy Buttered Ranch Chicken is a simple and flavorful weeknight meal. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a seasoned breadcrumb and ranch mixture, then baked with melted butter until golden and crispy. This dish is a family favorite, offering a satisfying crunch and juicy interior with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup buttermilk or ranch dressing
- 1 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness if needed. Season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a shallow dish, pour the buttermilk or ranch dressing.
- In a separate bowl, combine the seasoned breadcrumbs, ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each chicken breast into the buttermilk or ranch dressing, coating evenly. Then press into the breadcrumb mixture until well coated.
- Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between them.
- Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the top of each chicken breast.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the crust is golden and crispy. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- For extra crispiness, you can broil for the last 1 to 2 minutes, watching closely to prevent burning.
- Let the chicken rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired.
Notes
- Using ranch dressing instead of buttermilk provides a creamier, tangier flavor and helps the coating adhere better.
- For added crunch, mix crushed cornflakes or panko breadcrumbs with the seasoned breadcrumbs.
- This recipe can also be made with chicken thighs or tenders; adjust cooking times based on thickness.
- Leftovers reheat best in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg