Description
Succulent ranch-parmesan chicken brings Southern comfort straight to dinner tables with crispy, golden-brown perfection. Juicy chicken breasts coated in tangy ranch seasoning and nutty parmesan create an irresistible main course you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 6 boneless chicken breasts
Coating and Seasoning:
- 1 cup dry bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup prepared ranch salad dressing
- 1/4 cup melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare the culinary workspace by positioning the oven rack in the center and heating to 400F (200C). Lightly coat a 13 x 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Create a crispy coating by thoroughly blending breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan, seasoning salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder in a wide, shallow container.
- Transform chicken breasts into a flavor-packed dish by generously dunking each piece into ranch dressing, ensuring complete and even coverage while allowing excess dressing to gently cascade off.
- Meticulously roll each ranch-coated chicken breast through the seasoned breadcrumb mixture, applying gentle pressure to guarantee a uniform, adherent crust.
- Carefully transfer the breaded chicken into the prepared baking dish, arranging pieces in a single, non-overlapping layer. Enhance moisture and richness by drizzling melted butter across the surface, then optionally dust with an additional sprinkle of black pepper.
- Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and roast uncovered for 30-35 minutes, monitoring until the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature and the exterior develops a golden, crispy texture.
Notes
- Moisture Magic: Use fresh chicken breasts at room temperature for even cooking and maximum juiciness.
- Crumb Control: Toast breadcrumbs lightly before mixing for extra crunchiness and deeper flavor profile.
- Dietary Flexibility: Swap regular breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives for celiac-friendly version or use almond meal for low-carb adaptation.
- Ranch Remix: Create homemade ranch seasoning by mixing dried herbs like dill, parsley, and chives for personalized taste intensity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 372 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 11 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 105 mg