Cheddar Ranch Chicken Bake (Printable)

Juicy chicken breasts baked with creamy ranch and sharp cheddar cheese, garnished with fresh herbs.

# 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)

# Method:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Place the chicken breasts evenly in the prepared baking dish.
03 - In a small bowl, blend ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
04 - Spread the ranch mixture uniformly over the chicken breasts.
05 - Sprinkle shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly on top of the chicken.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature of chicken reaches 165°F and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
07 - Optional: Garnish with chopped chives or parsley. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Creamy, cheesy, and comforting main dish
  • Quick prep makes it ideal for busy evenings
02 -
  • For extra flavor, add cooked crumbled bacon before baking.
  • Can be made gluten-free with certified gluten-free ranch dressing.
03 -
  • Use thin chicken breasts for faster, more even cooking.
  • Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving to help the cheese set.
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