Crispy Baked Ranch Chicken: A Family Dinner Delight

Baked Ranch Chicken is a quick and flavorful dish that combines juicy chicken with a crispy Panko-Parmesan crust, perfect for family dinners.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: DINNER

Cuisine: American

Calories: 380

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts Thinly sliced for quicker cooking
1/2 cup mayonnaise Acts as the binder

For the Seasoning Mix

1 packet ranch seasoning mix Provides primary flavor
1 teaspoon dill weed Can be omitted
1 teaspoon onion powder Substitute with fresh onion if preferred
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper Adjust to taste
1 teaspoon salt Sea salt or kosher salt works well
3 cloves garlic cloves Freshly grated

For the Coating

1 cup Panko bread crumbs Provides signature crunch
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Can be substituted with Romano
1/4 cup unsalted butter Melted

Equipment

Oven
mixing bowls
whisk
baking sheet
Parchment Paper
Meat thermometer

Method

Cooking Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Whisk together the ranch seasoning, dill weed, onion powder, ground black pepper, salt, garlic, and mayonnaise.
Mix Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, and melted butter in a separate bowl.
Coat each chicken fillet generously with the mayonnaise mixture, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture.
Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing evenly.
Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden and the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 35gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is easy, customizable, and can be enjoyed fresh or as leftovers.

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