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Creamy Ranch Chicken

Heavenly Creamy Ranch Chicken: Your New Favorite Weeknight Dish

A quick and satisfying weeknight recipe, this Creamy Ranch Chicken features tender chicken in a rich homemade sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Chicken Breasts or boneless skinless chicken thighs for more flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can also use vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons Butter opt for dairy-free alternatives if needed
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be used for stronger taste
  • 1 teaspoon Mixed Herbs Italian seasoning or personal herb mix
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste or use a low-sodium alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper freshly ground black pepper is recommended
For the Sauce
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic can substitute with garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons Flour gluten-free flour can be substituted
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock vegetable stock for vegetarian version
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can lighten the dish
  • 2 tablespoons Ranch Seasoning use homemade blend or store-bought

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cut the chicken breasts horizontally to create thin cutlets, about ½ inch thick, and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Mix together garlic powder, mixed herbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Season both sides of the chicken cutlets.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and butter. Sear the chicken cutlets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. In the same skillet, add another tablespoon of butter, reduce heat to medium, and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
  5. Sprinkle flour over the garlic, stirring constantly, then gradually whisk in chicken stock. Simmer for about 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  6. Reduce heat to low, stir in sour cream and ranch seasoning, whisk until creamy.
  7. Return the chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Plate the Creamy Ranch Chicken and serve hot with sides like mashed potatoes or rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for busy weeknights, this creamy ranch chicken can be customized with additional spices or cheese to suit your taste.

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