Cheddar Ranch Chicken Bake (Printable)

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

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)

→ Ranch Mixture

02 - ½ cup ranch dressing (120 ml)
03 - ¼ cup sour cream (60 g)
04 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
06 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Topping

07 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (115 g)
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

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.
04 - Spread the ranch mixture evenly over the chicken breasts.
05 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the coated chicken.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and cheese is bubbly and golden.
07 - Optionally garnish with chopped chives or parsley. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to make for busy nights
  • Family-friendly and gluten-free if needed
02 -
  • Use gluten-free ranch dressing for gluten-free diets
  • This dish contains dairy ingredients
03 -
  • Add cooked crumbled bacon on top before baking for extra flavor
  • Try using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter version
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