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Four pieces of seared chicken thighs smothered in a rich, creamy ranch sauce and topped with fresh parsley.

5 Amazing Creamy Ranch Chicken Secrets

This Creamy Ranch Chicken recipe uses tender chicken breasts and a rich, ranch-infused sauce. It is simple to make in under 30 minutes and works well with baked potatoes or vegetables for a comforting dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 large boneless/skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
Sauce
  • 10.5 oz. cream of chicken soup
  • 1.5 cups milk
  • 1 cup sour cream, at room temperature
  • 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 oz. packet Ranch seasoning mix

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Meat tenderizer

Method
 

  1. Slice each chicken breast into 2-3 thinner pieces about ½ inch thick. Use a meat tenderizer if needed to even out thickness. Pat the slices completely dry with paper towels.
  2. Sprinkle Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper on both sides of each piece. Brush one side of each piece with melted butter, ensuring the butter is not too hot.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken slices in batches and sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown crust forms. Remove the chicken and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet over medium heat, combine cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, onion powder, and Ranch seasoning mix. Stir well until smooth and heated through. Let the sauce bubble gently and reduce for 5 minutes.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon sauce over each piece. Partially cover the skillet and let the chicken simmer in the sauce for 10 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and chicken to heat through.
  6. Serve the creamy ranch chicken hot, optionally spooning extra sauce over baked potatoes or vegetables for a delicious meal.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 700mgSugar: 4g

Notes

Use Ranch seasoning mix specifically, not Ranch dip mix, as they have different flavors and uses. If you do not like ranch flavor, the seasoning adds savory zest without overpowering the dish as bottled ranch dressing would. Crumbled bacon can be added on top for extra flavor and texture. Frozen vegetables can be stirred into the sauce when you add the sauce ingredients; heat them thoroughly before adding the chicken back in. If your chicken breasts are smaller, consider using 3-4 breasts instead of 2 large ones for even servings. Try adding cheese or bacon for a variation called Bacon Ranch Chicken. You can substitute chicken with pork chops by using a similar preparation method for Ranch Pork Chops variation. Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. This dish freezes well and reheats nicely with baked potatoes and vegetables for a convenient meal.

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