Description
This Creamy Ranch Chicken recipe offers a deliciously rich and comforting meal featuring tender chicken breasts seared to perfection and smothered in a luscious ranch-flavored cream sauce, topped with melted shredded cheese. Ready in just 34 minutes, it’s ideal for a quick weeknight dinner that feels indulgent yet simple to prepare.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Sauce
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a ranch blend)
Instructions
- Season and Sear Chicken: Pat the chicken breasts dry and season them evenly with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and sear for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Prepare Creamy Ranch Sauce: In the same skillet, pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in the ranch seasoning mix and bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat. Allow the sauce to thicken slightly, stirring occasionally to combine flavors.
- Combine Chicken and Sauce with Cheese: Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some sauce over each piece. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top of the chicken. Cover the skillet loosely and cook for an additional 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the chicken is heated through.
- Serve: Once the cheese is melted and bubbly, remove from heat. Serve the creamy ranch chicken hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired, alongside your favorite sides.
Notes
- For a lower-fat version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a lighter cream.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for better melting and flavor.
- Serve with steamed vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
