Description
This Creamy Ranch Chicken is a rich and flavorful one-pan dish that combines juicy, golden-seared chicken with a zesty, creamy ranch sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights, this beginner-friendly recipe is quick, comforting, and packed with bold flavors. Serve it with baked or mashed potatoes and your favorite vegetables for a satisfying meal the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 to 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
- 1 ½ cups milk
- 1 cup sour cream, at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 ounce packet ranch seasoning mix (about 3 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice each chicken breast into two or three thinner pieces, aiming for about ½ inch thick. Lightly pound the chicken if needed to ensure even cooking. Sprinkle both sides with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Brush one side of each chicken piece with melted butter, then place butter-side down in the pan. Sear for about 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the cream of chicken soup, milk, sour cream, onion powder, and ranch seasoning mix. Stir well to combine, allowing the sauce to gently bubble for about 5 minutes.
- Simmer the Chicken: Return the seared chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over each piece. Partially cover the pan and let the chicken simmer for another 10 minutes, allowing it to soak up the flavors and heat through completely.
- Serve and Enjoy: Transfer the creamy ranch chicken to plates and serve with baked or mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple side salad. Spoon extra sauce over the top for added richness.
Notes
- For extra crunch and flavor, sprinkle crispy cooked bacon or shredded cheese over the chicken before serving.
- If the sauce is too thick, add a small splash of milk to loosen it up.
- To make this dish lighter, swap sour cream for Greek yogurt.
- If you prefer a little heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or smoked paprika to the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 469 kcal
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 1283mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 138mg