4-Ingredient Ranch Chicken Breasts
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise-based ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 1/2 to 2 pounds total)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons dried seasoned breadcrumbs
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
- 2
In a small bowl, mix together the ranch dressing and Parmesan cheese until a thick paste forms. The consistency should be similar to whipped cream cheese: thick, but easy to spread. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels, then season all over generously with salt and pepper. Divide the coating evenly among the chicken breasts, then use a butter knife to spread the coating into an even layer that covers the entire exposed surface of the chicken. Transfer the coated chicken to the prepared baking sheet.
- 3
Sprinkle each chicken breast with 1/2 tablespoon of breadcrumbs, pressing them onto the paste to ensure they adhere.
- 4
Bake until the tops are golden brown and crisp and the thickest part of each breast reads at least 165°F with an instant-read thermometer, 25 to 30 minutes. Remove the chicken from the oven and serve. Any leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
