Cheesy Ranch Chicken
Cheesy Ranch Chicken is the ultimate comfort food: juicy chicken breasts coated with a creamy ranch-cheese mixture, topped with crispy bacon and cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or crowd-pleasing dinners!
Equipment
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Cheesy Ranch Mixture
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix or 3 tablespoons homemade
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese sharp cheddar works best
- 4 strips cooked bacon crumbled
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup cream cheese softened
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
- salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly oil a baking dish.
- Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ranch seasoning, sour cream, cream cheese, and half of the shredded cheddar. Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Arrange chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Spread the cheesy ranch mixture generously over each piece.
- Top with crumbled bacon and the remaining cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Broil for 2-3 minutes if desired for a crispier top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Swap sour cream with Greek yogurt for a lighter version. Use turkey bacon and reduced-fat cheese for healthier alternatives. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.