Description
Enjoy the delightful combination of ranch seasoning, buttery crackers, and Parmesan cheese in this easy-to-make Crispy Buttered Ranch Chicken. A crispy, golden crust envelops tender chicken breasts, making this a family-favorite dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix (about 1 oz)
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare coating: In a shallow bowl, mix together crushed crackers, ranch seasoning, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper.
- Coat the chicken: Dip each chicken breast into melted butter, then press into the cracker mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated.
- Bake: Place the coated chicken in the prepared dish, drizzle any remaining butter over the top, and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Rest and serve: Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with parsley if desired.
Notes
- For extra crunch, use panko mixed with the crushed crackers.
- This dish pairs well with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple side salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
