Cheddar Ranch Chicken Bake (Print)

Juicy chicken layered with creamy ranch and cheddar, oven-baked until golden and savory.

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)

→ Ranch Mixture

02 - 1/2 cup ranch dressing
03 - 1/4 cup sour cream
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Topping

07 - 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Place chicken breasts evenly in the baking dish.
03 - In a mixing bowl, combine ranch dressing, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper until smooth.
04 - Spread the ranch mixture uniformly over the chicken breasts.
05 - Scatter shredded cheddar cheese over the coated chicken.
06 - Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes until chicken is thoroughly cooked (internal temperature of 165°F) and the cheese turns golden and bubbly.
07 - Garnish with chopped chives or parsley if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare, perfect for busy weeknights
  • Packed with creamy ranch and cheddar flavor for ultimate comfort
02 -
  • Recipe is gluten-free if you use gluten-free ranch dressing
  • Contains dairy from the cheese, sour cream, and ranch—check labels for allergy precautions
03 -
  • For extra flavor, add cooked, crumbled bacon on top before baking
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream to lighten up the recipe
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