Description
Cheesy Ranch Chicken is a creamy, easy baked chicken dinner made with ranch seasoning, mayonnaise, and melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 ounce packet dry ranch seasoning
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
2. Place chicken breasts evenly on the baking sheet.
3. Mix mayonnaise and ranch seasoning in a small bowl.
4. Spread the mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
6. Bake uncovered for 30–40 minutes until chicken reaches 165°F.
7. Let the chicken rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting.
Chicken thighs can replace chicken breasts.
Serve with rice, vegetables, or mashed potatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg