Given how popular my Parmesan Chicken Casserole was, I decided to attempt yet another variation of it, this one, just as easy. If you’re in desperate need of some easy dinner recipes with a low cooking time, this crunchy baked ranch chicken recipe is the perfect meal for you. Not only did I have this ready for the oven in under 10 minutes, but my whole family loved the Ranch Chicken Bake just as much.
THIS RANCH CHICKEN BAKE IS A FAMILY FAVORITE FULL OF SIMPLE INGREDIENTS THAT PACK SO MUCH FLAVOR!
The chicken is incredibly flavorful and moist and is perfect over rice, pasta, or by itself. With back to school upon us, this delicious dinner will likely make it into your meal plan if you are looking for an inexpensive, tasty dish for busy weeknights.
This is one of my favorite chicken breast recipes, and the ranch packet is the secret weapon. With a creamy mixture in the middle and a crunchy crust on the top, it’s one of those delicious recipes that will definitely become your family’s comfort food.
INGREDIENTS NEEDED:
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- Salt and pepper
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ packet (about 3 tbsp.) Ranch dressing mix
- ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup Panko breadcrumbs
- Cooking Spray
- Pasta, rice, etc (for serving this over)
HOW TO BAKE RANCH CHICKEN:
- Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place diced chicken cutlets evenly on the bottom of the dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Ranch seasoning, and cheddar cheese.
- Sprinkle some salt and pepper on top of the chicken.
- Spread the mayonnaise mixture on top of the chicken.
- Evenly spread the breadcrumbs on top of the mayonnaise layer.
- Lightly spray the cooking spray on top of the entire dish.
- Place baking dish into preheated oven, 425, and bake for about 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and top is golden brown.
- Serve over pasta, rice, or by itself!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
How long will Ranch Chicken Bake take to make?
This is one of those easy meals that will make you wonder why you ever cook elaborate recipes. You can finish the entire recipe (including cook time) in less than an hour. Since all you have to do for this quick dinner is cut chicken, stir ingredients in, and add 2 ingredients on top, there should only be about 15 minutes of prep.
What type of ranch seasoning packet is best?
You can use your preferred option. I use the Hidden Valley Ranch powder for this crispy baked ranch chicken, but any seasoning packet with ranch flavor will work just fine. This is a crowd pleaser every single time for ranch lovers!
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Ranch Chicken Bake
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts diced
- Salt and pepper
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ packet about 3 tbsp. Ranch dressing mix
- ½ cup cheddar cheese shredded
- ¼ cup Panko breadcrumbs
- Cooking Spray
- Pasta rice, etc (for serving this over)
Instructions
- Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Place diced chicken cutlets evenly on the bottom of the dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Ranch seasoning, and cheddar cheese.
- Sprinkle some salt and pepper on top of the chicken.
- Spread the mayonnaise mixture on top of the chicken.
- Evenly spread the bread crumbs on top of the mayonnaise layer.
- Lightly spray the cooking spray on top of the entire dish.
- Place baking dish into preheated oven, 425, and bake for about 30 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and top is golden brown.
- Serve over pasta, rice, or by itself!
Shannon says
Could you precook the chicken?
Kristin says
Hmmmm, you could, however, the sauce topping coats the chicken as it bakes and if the chicken is precooked, the topping wouldn’t be the same consistency.
Dana says
Do you cook the chicken or use it uncooked before you dice it??
Kristin says
I use it uncooked/raw before I dice it 🙂
JOYj says
The Ranch Chicken Bake was delicious! I made it for my adult children, and they all loved it. Even my daughter who doesn’t like much of anything. They were all surprised how few ingredients were used and how easy it was to make. THANKS! Today I’m making the slow cooker creamy ranch chicken and it smells delicious!!!
Kristin says
Yea!!! So glad you all enjoyed it!! Let me know how the slow cooker creamy ranch chicken turns out and what you think 🙂